DR. ELIHU LAKE GODSHALK MD
Prescription History 1497073563
Psychiatry & Neurology - Addiction Psychiatry in Cincinnati, OH

NPI Status: Active since May 13, 2010

Contact Information

58 E HOLLISTER ST
CINCINNATI, OH
ZIP 45219
Phone: (513) 721-1737

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. ELIHU LAKE GODSHALK MD, an active Addiction Psychiatry specialist practicing in Cincinnati, OH. Our medical registry currently tracks 16 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 321 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Clonazepam, which accounts for 43 claims alone.


Alprazolam

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 716
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims61.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,864
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $142.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.58

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 triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).

Buprenorphine-Naloxone

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone HclSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 552
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,361
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,265.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$98.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$125.53

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 contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it.

Bupropion Hcl Sr

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,244
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $103.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.08

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

Therapeutic Applications

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Bupropion Xl

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,224
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $289.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.78

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

Therapeutic Applications

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Buspirone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buspirone HclSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills77.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,216
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $251.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.94

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat anxiety. It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 43
30-Day Fills 43.7
Days Supply 1,138
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,506
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $485.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.74

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

Clinical Summary

An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.

Fluoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Fluoxetine HclSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 600
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,236
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $255.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.03

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

The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants.

Therapeutic Applications

This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living.

Haloperidol Decanoate

Generic Formulation: Haloperidol DecanoateSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 364
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.9
Peer Average Days Supply835
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $620.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$56.97

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

Haloperidol decanoate is used for long-term treatment of a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia). It may be used in people who have trouble remembering to take medication every day. This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can also prevent suicide in people who are likely to harm themselves. It also reduces aggression and the desire to hurt others. It can decrease negative thoughts and hallucinations. Haloperidol decanoate is a long-acting form of psychiatric medication (antipsychotic-type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Hydroxyzine Pamoate

Generic Formulation: Hydroxyzine PamoateSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 424
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,150
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $141.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.88

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 histamine H1 receptor antagonist that is effective in the treatment of chronic urticaria, dermatitis, and histamine-mediated pruritus. Unlike its major metabolite CETIRIZINE, it does cause drowsiness. It is also effective as an antiemetic, for relief of anxiety and tension, and as a sedative.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery.

Lamotrigine

Generic Formulation: LamotrigineSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 39.6
Days Supply 1,164
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,203
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $349.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.57

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

Clinical Summary

A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections).

Lorazepam

Generic Formulation: LorazepamSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 605
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,431
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $205.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.81

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.

Mirtazapine

Generic Formulation: MirtazapineSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills73.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,049
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $217.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.38

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 piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Olanzapine

Generic Formulation: OlanzapineSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 25.6
Days Supply 768
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,717
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $135.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.80

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

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Therapeutic Applications

Olanzapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. This medication can help to decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,154
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills81.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,249
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $270.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.84

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 dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,110
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims71.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills117.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,397
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $288.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.79

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 medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Zubsolv

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone HclSpecialty: Neuropsychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.1
Days Supply 398
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.2
Peer Average Days Supply411
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,512.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$608.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$371.59

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

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 **Addiction Psychiatry** 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.