MR. CARL JOHN WINKLER FNP
Prescription History 1497433270
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Valatie, NY
What does Carl Winkler prescribe?
In 2024, Carl Winkler wrote 2,744 Medicare prescriptions for 74 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 161 prescriptions for 65 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 Carl Winkler prescribes.
Medications 74 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 New York prescribers.
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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 161 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 83% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $9.25 per fill, versus $10.41 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 112 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $6.94 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 110 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $25.44 per fill, versus $13.15 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 104 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $3.79 per fill, versus $6.16 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 97 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $9.40 per fill, versus $11.48 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 92 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 73% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $12.53 per fill, versus $14.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 78 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.06 per fill, versus $6.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 71 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 86% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $14.49 per fill, versus $12.77 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
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 70 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $8.27 per fill, versus $13.04 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 69 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.08 per fill, versus $7.68 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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 64 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $31.93 per fill, versus $33.48 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 64 prescriptions for Ozempic, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,258.77 per fill, versus $1,284.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 63 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $4.05 per fill, versus $4.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 62 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $9.47 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 59 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.79 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 53 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $24.72 per fill, versus $20.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 48 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $4.43 per fill, versus $7.91 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 47 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $3.21 per fill, versus $10.10 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 47 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $4.29 per fill, versus $5.43 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 46 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.88 per fill, versus $11.93 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 46 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $11.15 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 44 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.12 per fill, versus $4.76 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
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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 44 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 71% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $21.19 per fill, versus $12.76 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
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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 42 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $4.49 per fill, versus $8.04 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
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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 40 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $1,159.67 per fill, versus $874.81 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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 40 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $1.50 per fill, versus $4.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 38 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $15.51 per fill, versus $14.37 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 36 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $9.73 per fill, versus $14.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 34 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $4.61 per fill, versus $3.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 32 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $6.64 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 32 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $4.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 30 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $18.04 per fill, versus $15.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 30 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $9.83 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 30 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1,526.34 per fill, versus $1,279.00 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 29 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.44 per fill, versus $7.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 28 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $44.49 per fill, versus $31.16 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 28 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.23 per fill, versus $16.33 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 27 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $4.07 per fill, versus $6.87 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
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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 27 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $8.54 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 26 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $22.74 per fill, versus $15.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 26 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $23.81 per fill, versus $22.91 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 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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 26 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $218.16 per fill, versus $292.92 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
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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 25 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $16.98 per fill, versus $13.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 24 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $8.29 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 21 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 79% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.20 per fill, versus $6.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 19 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $24.30 per fill, versus $23.60 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 18 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 71% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $13.08 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
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 18 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $30.08 per fill, versus $25.37 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 depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 17 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $39.07 per fill, versus $23.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 17 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.49 per fill, versus $13.56 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 17 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $94.90 per fill, versus $24.33 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 17 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $3.15 per fill, versus $8.71 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, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $10.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 16 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $8.68 per fill, versus $8.73 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 16 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $18.08 per fill, versus $169.32 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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $1.22 per fill, versus $7.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $13.90 per fill, versus $16.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $5.93 per fill, versus $10.86 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $22.61 per fill, versus $10.91 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $5.35 per fill, versus $15.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Breyna, about 71% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $159.07 per fill, versus $222.90 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $20.41 per fill, versus $29.38 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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $13.06 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.79 per fill, versus $7.92 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
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $30.62 per fill, versus $30.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.80 per fill, versus $5.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.96 per fill, versus $7.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 12 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $403.03 per fill, versus $213.59 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 New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 12 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 21% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $18.40 per fill, versus $10.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 12 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $36.95 per fill, versus $34.93 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
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 12 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 23% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,253.54 per fill, versus $630.56 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 12 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $14.44 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 in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 11 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $40.94 per fill, versus $43.59 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Carl Winkler wrote 11 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $12.82 per fill, versus $27.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Carl Winkler’s prescriptions
What does Carl Winkler prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Carl Winkler's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (161), Lisinopril (112) and Levothyroxine Sodium (110).
How does Carl Winkler's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 74 medications with a state comparison, Carl Winkler prescribes 5 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 16 about as often and 53 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Carl Winkler 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 New York 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.
