DR. DONG WANG M.D.
Prescription History 1497905913
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Duluth, GA
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. DONG WANG M.D., an active Neurology specialist practicing in Duluth, GA. Our medical registry currently tracks 52 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 4,084 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Donepezil Hcl, which accounts for 576 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other GA PrescribersVs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 576 | $11.01▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 576 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 6.9 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (83). Medicare paid an average of $11.01 per fill, versus $12.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 1,014.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 30,388 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gabapentin | 393 | $18.09▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ 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. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 393 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (115). Medicare paid an average of $18.09 per fill, versus $19.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 497.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,813 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levetiracetam | 305 | $42.78 | ▲ More than typical |
About Levetiracetam: Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Levetiracetam may decrease the number of seizures you have. A pyrrolidinone and acetamide derivative that is used primarily for the treatment of SEIZURES and some movement disorders, and as a nootropic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 305 Medicare prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 4.5 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (68). Medicare paid an average of $42.78 per fill, versus $36.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 465.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,861 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carbidopa-LevodopaCarbidopa/Levodopa | 258 | $34.20▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Carbidopa-Levodopa: This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving). Show more ▾ Parkinson's disease is thought to be caused by too little of a naturally occurring substance (dopamine) in the brain. Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain, helping to control movement. Carbidopa prevents the breakdown of levodopa in the bloodstream so more levodopa can enter the brain. Carbidopa can also reduce some of levodopa's side effects such as nausea and vomiting. In 2023, this provider wrote 258 Medicare prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 3.5 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (73). Medicare paid an average of $34.20 per fill, versus $38.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 420.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,539 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Memantine Hcl | 239 | $33.00▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 239 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 3 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (80). Medicare paid an average of $33.00 per fill, versus $41.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 401.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,994 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ibuprofen | 203 | $5.05▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. Show more ▾ When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen 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, pain, or fever. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties In 2023, this provider wrote 203 Medicare prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 6 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $5.05 per fill, versus $8.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 207.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,568 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Topiramate | 170 | $11.04▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Topiramate: Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss. In 2023, this provider wrote 170 Medicare prescriptions for Topiramate, about 4.5 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $11.04 per fill, versus $16.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 284 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,505 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meloxicam | 127 | $3.61▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 127 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 2 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $3.61 per fill, versus $5.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 157 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 119 | $39.37 | ▲ More than typical |
About Quetiapine Fumarate: 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). Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 119 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (75). Medicare paid an average of $39.37 per fill, versus $28.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 170 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,025 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meclizine Hcl | 106 | $8.73▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Meclizine Hcl: Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Show more ▾ It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 106 Medicare prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 4.1 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $8.73 per fill, versus $11.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 116.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,310 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 94 | $7.87▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Nortriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, 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) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 94 Medicare prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 3.8 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $7.87 per fill, versus $15.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 124 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,720 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lacosamide | 94 | $455.19 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lacosamide: Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain. An acetamide derivative that acts as a blocker of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. It is used as an anticonvulsant, for adjunctive or monotherapy, in the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES. In 2023, this provider wrote 94 Medicare prescriptions for Lacosamide, about 2.6 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $455.19 per fill, versus $293.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 125.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,749 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 89 | $15.38▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Sumatriptan Succinate: Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines and cluster headaches. Show more ▾ It helps to relieve pain and other symptoms of migraines/headaches including sensitivity to light or sound, nausea, and vomiting. Prompt treatment allows you to get back to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. It does not prevent future migraines/headaches or reduce how often you may get a headache. Sumatriptan belongs to a group of drugs called triptans. It affects a certain natural chemical (serotonin) that constricts blood vessels in the brain. It may also block other pain pathways in the brain. A serotonin agonist that acts selectively at 5HT1 receptors. It is used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 89 Medicare prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 3.9 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $15.38 per fill, versus $31.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 103.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,497 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sertraline Hcl | 77 | $5.44▼ below GA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 77 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (71). Medicare paid an average of $5.44 per fill, versus $9.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 105 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,135 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Butalbital-Acetaminophen-CaffeButalb/Acetaminophen/Caffeine | 76 | $14.32▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe: This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches. Show more ▾ Acetaminophen helps to decrease the pain from the headache. Caffeine helps increase the effects of acetaminophen. Butalbital is a sedative that helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation. In 2023, this provider wrote 76 Medicare prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 3.3 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $14.32 per fill, versus $32.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 76 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 895 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carbidopa-Levodopa ErCarbidopa/Levodopa | 75 | $22.88▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Carbidopa-Levodopa Er: This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving). Show more ▾ Parkinson's disease is thought to be caused by too little of a naturally occurring substance (dopamine) in the brain. Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain, helping to control movement. Carbidopa prevents the breakdown of levodopa in the bloodstream so more levodopa can enter the brain. Carbidopa can also reduce some of levodopa's side effects such as nausea and vomiting. In 2023, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa Er, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $22.88 per fill, versus $59.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 134 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,020 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Baclofen | 72 | $8.97▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Baclofen: Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. A GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission. In 2023, this provider wrote 72 Medicare prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $8.97 per fill, versus $26.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 80 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,165 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trazodone Hcl | 70 | $4.33▼ below GA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 70 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (77). Medicare paid an average of $4.33 per fill, versus $11.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 85 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,550 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Propranolol Hcl ErPropranolol Hcl | 64 | $40.81▼ below GA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Propranolol Hcl Er: This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). Show more ▾ It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 64 Medicare prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about 3 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $40.81 per fill, versus $73.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 104 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,120 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Duloxetine Hcl | 62 | $20.40▼ below GA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 62 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $20.40 per fill, versus $39.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 83 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,385 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pramipexole DihydrochloridePramipexole Di-Hcl | 54 | $29.54 | ▲ More than typical |
About Pramipexole Dihydrochloride: Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 54 Medicare prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $29.54 per fill, versus $16.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 90 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,655 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pregabalin | 50 | $56.01 | ≈ Typical |
About Pregabalin: This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. Show more ▾ 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). 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 50 Medicare prescriptions for Pregabalin, about the same volume as the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (55). Medicare paid an average of $56.01 per fill, versus $39.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 64 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,920 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diclofenac Sodium | 44 | $55.18 | ≈ Typical |
About Diclofenac Sodium: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 86% of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $55.18 per fill, versus $31.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 46.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 966 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| UbrelvyUbrogepant | 43 | $1,416.93 | ▲ More than typical |
About Ubrelvy: This medication is used to treat migraine. Show more ▾ Ubrogepant may work by changing the amount of a certain natural substance in the brain. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. This medication is not used to prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraines. In 2023, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Ubrelvy, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $1,416.93 per fill, versus $1,241.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 46.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,191 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonazepam | 41 | $6.92▼ below GA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 65% of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $6.92 per fill, versus $8.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 42.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,208 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| BriviactBrivaracetam | 41 | $1,557.95 | ▲ More than typical |
About Briviact: Brivaracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Briviact, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $1,557.95 per fill, versus $1,504.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,287 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Divalproex Sodium | 37 | $38.99 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Divalproex Sodium: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. Show more ▾ It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. In 2023, this provider wrote 37 Medicare prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about half the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (84). Medicare paid an average of $38.99 per fill, versus $27.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 59 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,733 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Aimovig AutoinjectorErenumab-Aooe | 34 | $1,036.76 | ≈ Typical |
About Aimovig Autoinjector: This medication is used to help prevent migraine. Show more ▾ This medication may work by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Erenumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. Preventing frequent migraine attacks can help improve your ability to concentrate and do your usual tasks. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Aimovig Autoinjector, about the same volume as the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $1,036.76 per fill, versus $905.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 45.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,354 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 33 | $8.64 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $8.64 per fill, versus $8.54 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 972 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| RytaryCarbidopa/Levodopa | 30 | $983.64▼ below GA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Rytary: This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving). Show more ▾ Parkinson's disease is thought to be caused by too little of a naturally occurring substance (dopamine) in the brain. Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain, helping to control movement. Carbidopa prevents the breakdown of levodopa in the bloodstream so more levodopa can enter the brain. Carbidopa can also reduce some of levodopa's side effects such as nausea and vomiting. In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Rytary, about the same volume as the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $983.64 per fill, versus $1,071.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 777 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Naproxen | 29 | $8.99▼ below GA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Naproxen: Naproxen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from various conditions. Show more ▾ It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This form of naproxen is absorbed slowly and should not be used for pain that needs quick relief (such as during a gout attack). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using a different form of this drug or other medications for quick relief of pain. An anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Naproxen, about the same volume as the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $8.99 per fill, versus $12.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 780 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxcarbazepine | 27 | $59.20 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxcarbazepine: Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy). Show more ▾ A carbamazepine derivative that acts as a voltage-gated sodium channel blocker. It is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES with or without secondary generalization. It is also an inducer of CYTOCHROME P-450 CYP3A4. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about 69% of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $59.20 per fill, versus $54.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,142 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carbamazepine ErCarbamazepine | 27 | $123.64▼ below GA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Carbamazepine Er: Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic drug. It is also used to relieve certain types of nerve pain (such as trigeminal neuralgia). This medication works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity. A dibenzazepine that acts as a sodium channel blocker. It is used as an anticonvulsant for the treatment of grand mal and psychomotor or focal SEIZURES. It may also be used in the management of BIPOLAR DISORDER, and has analgesic properties. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Carbamazepine Er, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $123.64 per fill, versus $148.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 855 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Divalproex Sodium ErDivalproex Sodium | 27 | $97.52 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Divalproex Sodium Er: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. Show more ▾ It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 63% of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $97.52 per fill, versus $74.78 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 25 | $8.56▼ below GA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Atorvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 14% of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (184). Medicare paid an average of $8.56 per fill, versus $11.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tizanidine Hcl | 23 | $13.78 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Tizanidine Hcl: This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (67). Medicare paid an average of $13.78 per fill, versus $12.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Rasagiline Mesylate | 22 | $225.13▼ below GA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Rasagiline Mesylate: Rasagiline is used alone or with other medications (such as levodopa/carbidopa) to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can help improve symptoms such as shakiness, stiffness, and difficulty moving. It can also help reduce the amount of off time (periods of slow movement or stiffness). Rasagiline belongs to a class of drugs known as MAO inhibitors. It works by increasing the levels of certain natural substances in the brain (such as dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin). Parkinson's disease is thought to be caused by too little dopamine in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Rasagiline Mesylate, about 73% of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $225.13 per fill, versus $366.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 44 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,301 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Primidone | 22 | $26.80 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Primidone: This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures. Show more ▾ Controlling and reducing seizures lets you do more of your normal daily activities, reduces your risk of harm when you lose consciousness, and lessens your risk for a possibly life-threatening condition of frequent, repeated seizures. Primidone belongs to a class of drugs known as barbiturate anticonvulsants. It works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain that occurs during a seizure. A barbiturate derivative that acts as a GABA modulator and anti-epileptic agent. It is partly metabolized to PHENOBARBITAL in the body and owes some of its actions to this metabolite. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Primidone, about half the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $26.80 per fill, versus $26.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lamotrigine | 21 | $27.73 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lamotrigine: Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ 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). A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about a third of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $27.73 per fill, versus $15.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 61 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,830 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Valproic AcidValproic Acid (As Sodium Salt) | 19 | $29.45 | ≈ Typical |
About Valproic Acid: A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about 83% of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $29.45 per fill, versus $23.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 19.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 577 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| AustedoDeutetrabenazine | 18 | $5,826.67▼ below GA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Austedo: Deutetrabenazine is used to decrease involuntary movements (chorea) caused by Huntington's disease. Show more ▾ It is also used to treat involuntary movements of the face, tongue, or other body parts (tardive dyskinesia). However, it is not a cure for the Huntington's disease or tardive dyskinesia. Reducing involuntary movements will help you take part in more of your normal daily activities. This medication is thought to work by decreasing the amount of certain natural substances in the brain that affect how your nerves and muscles work (monoamines such as dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine). In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Austedo, about 78% of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $5,826.67 per fill, versus $6,992.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 540 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| QuliptaAtogepant | 17 | $1,802.59 | ≈ Typical |
About Qulipta: This medication is used to prevent migraines. Show more ▾ Atogepant may work by blocking the effects of a certain natural substance in the brain that causes migraines (calcitonin gene-related peptide - CGRP). In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Qulipta, about the same volume as the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $1,802.59 per fill, versus $1,180.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 870 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Risperidone | 16 | $7.14▼ below GA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Risperidone: Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Risperidone, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (65). Medicare paid an average of $7.14 per fill, versus $12.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 960 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| VimpatLacosamide | 15 | $1,154.80 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Vimpat: Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain. An acetamide derivative that acts as a blocker of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. It is used as an anticonvulsant, for adjunctive or monotherapy, in the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Vimpat, about half the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $1,154.80 per fill, versus $1,037.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 442 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| FycompaPerampanel | 14 | $1,849.57 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fycompa: Perampanel is used to treat certain types of seizures (including focal and generalized tonic-clonic seizures). Show more ▾ Perampanel belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Fycompa, about half the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $1,849.57 per fill, versus $1,152.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 780 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nurtec OdtRimegepant Sulfate | 14 | $1,831.80 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nurtec Odt: This medication is used to prevent or treat migraine. Show more ▾ Rimegepant may work by changing the amount of a certain natural substance in the brain. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Nurtec Odt, about half the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $1,831.80 per fill, versus $1,318.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 13 | $9.77▼ below GA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $9.77 per fill, versus $13.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 750 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Memantine Hcl ErMemantine Hcl | 13 | $186.24 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Memantine Hcl Er: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about a third of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $186.24 per fill, versus $120.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 432 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ropinirole Hcl | 12 | $4.99▼ below GA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ropinirole Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $4.99 per fill, versus $16.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Promethazine Hcl | 12 | $5.33▼ below GA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Promethazine Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $5.33 per fill, versus $11.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Selegiline Hcl | 11 | $97.67▼ below GA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Selegiline Hcl: This medication is used to treat movement disorders caused by Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Parkinson's disease, but it may improve shakiness (tremor), muscle stiffness, loss of normal movement as your dose of other Parkinson's medication wears off (end-of-dose failure), and sudden switching between normal movement and stiffness (on-off problems). It may improve your range of motion and ability to walk, dress, and exercise. Selegiline is usually used in combination with other medicines (such as levodopa, carbidopa). Selegiline is an enzyme blocker (MAO inhibitor) that works by slowing the breakdown of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin). A selective, irreversible inhibitor of Type B monoamine oxidase that is used for the treatment of newly diagnosed patients with PARKINSON DISEASE, and for the treatment of depressive disorders. The compound without isomeric designation is Deprenyl. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Selegiline Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $97.67 per fill, versus $118.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the GA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Zonisamide | 11 | $96.28 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Zonisamide: Zonisamide is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ Zonisamide is a sulfonamide anticonvulsant and a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It is unknown how zonisamide works to prevent seizures. A benzisoxazole and sulfonamide derivative that acts as a CALCIUM CHANNEL blocker. It is used primarily as an adjunctive antiepileptic agent for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES, with or without secondary generalization. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Zonisamide, about a third of the volume of the typical Georgia prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $96.28 per fill, versus $35.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average GA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 31.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 946 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. DONG WANG M.D. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Neurology prescribing approach at this Duluth, GA practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among GA prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
