DR. ALEX W COHEN M.D.
Prescription History 1497953673
Ophthalmology in Phoenix, AZ


Quality Rating: 80.72 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since July 10, 2007

Contact Information

2222 E CAMELBACK RD STE 250
PHOENIX, AZ
ZIP 85016
Phone: (602) 840-3501

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. ALEX W COHEN M.D., an active Ophthalmology specialist practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Our medical registry currently tracks 19 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,778 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Latanoprost, which accounts for 364 claims alone.


Acyclovir

Generic Formulation: AcyclovirSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 51
30-Day Fills 72.0
Days Supply 2,160
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,138
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 112.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $620.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.78

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

Clinical Summary

A GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes.

Therapeutic Applications

Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox. This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. In addition, in people with a weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease the risk of the virus spreading to other parts of the body and causing serious infections.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 43.8
Days Supply 1,294
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.7
Peer Average Days Supply302
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $464.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.08

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

Clinical Summary

A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Brimonidine Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine TartrateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 68
30-Day Fills 102.9
Days Supply 2,883
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills138.9
Peer Average Days Supply4,036
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,517.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.54

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

Clinical Summary

A quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine Tartrate/TimololSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.7
Days Supply 585
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,236
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,362.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$168.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$314.90

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

Clinical Summary

A pharmaceutical preparation of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate. The combined ADRENERGIC ALPHA2 RECEPTOR AGONIST and ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONIST activity of these drugs reduce INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE in GLAUCOMA patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Combigan

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine Tartrate/TimololSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 44.2
Days Supply 1,250
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,922
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,383.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$305.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$401.22

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

Clinical Summary

A pharmaceutical preparation of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate. The combined ADRENERGIC ALPHA2 RECEPTOR AGONIST and ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONIST activity of these drugs reduce INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE in GLAUCOMA patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Dorzolamide Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide HclSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 41
30-Day Fills 78.7
Days Supply 2,359
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills131.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,922
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $677.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.17

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

Therapeutic Applications

Dorzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol MaleatSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 123
30-Day Fills 223.5
Days Supply 6,701
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills189.8
Peer Average Days Supply5,678
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 43.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,930.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.08

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

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Doxycycline Monohydrate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline MonohydrateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 54
30-Day Fills 88.9
Days Supply 2,666
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.7
Peer Average Days Supply462
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 92.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,071.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.20

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

Clinical Summary

A plant family of the order Dipsacales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. Members of this family are sometimes classified in CAPRIFOLIACEAE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin condition called rosacea. It helps to reduce the number of pimples and bumps on the face, but it may not decrease redness. It works by reducing skin inflammation caused by rosacea. Although doxycycline belongs to the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, this product does not work as an antibiotic because it does not stop the growth of bacteria. Do not use this product to treat any infection, including viral infections (such as the common cold, flu). Use this medication only as prescribed by your doctor.

Erythromycin

Generic Formulation: Erythromycin BaseSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 172
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.3
Peer Average Days Supply728
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $74.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.63

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

Therapeutic Applications

Erythromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Erythromycin is known as a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats or prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Ketorolac Tromethamine

Generic Formulation: Ketorolac TromethamineSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 48.7
Days Supply 954
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims90.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills106.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,625
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 46.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $710.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.53

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to prevent and treat eye swelling due to a certain type of eye surgery (cataract removal). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 364
30-Day Fills 586.2
Days Supply 16,514
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims167.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills340.0
Peer Average Days Supply9,888
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 118.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,950.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.58

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

Clinical Summary

A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Lumigan

Generic Formulation: BimatoprostSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 97
30-Day Fills 119.9
Days Supply 3,295
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills149.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,331
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $32,009.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$330.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$473.30

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

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Moxifloxacin

Generic Formulation: Moxifloxacin HclSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 290
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,320
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $500.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.93

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

Clinical Summary

A fluoroquinolone that acts as an inhibitor of DNA TOPOISOMERASE II and is used as a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a quinolone antibiotic used for eye infections.

Ofloxacin

Generic Formulation: OfloxacinSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 125
30-Day Fills 128.5
Days Supply 1,892
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims71.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,617
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 76.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,684.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.92

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic fluoroquinolone antibacterial agent that inhibits the supercoiling activity of bacterial DNA GYRASE, halting DNA REPLICATION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Prednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Prednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 341
30-Day Fills 415.2
Days Supply 10,680
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims130.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills162.6
Peer Average Days Supply4,144
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 162.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,217.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.72

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Restasis

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,262
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $17,003.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$894.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,142.57

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

Clinical Summary

A group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol MaleateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 294
30-Day Fills 485.6
Days Supply 13,895
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims96.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills210.6
Peer Average Days Supply6,228
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 206.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,638.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.83

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

Clinical Summary

A beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

Tobramycin

Generic Formulation: TobramycinSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.7
Days Supply 495
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills18.0
Peer Average Days Supply284
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $144.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,564.83

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

Clinical Summary

An aminoglycoside, broad-spectrum antibiotic produced by Streptomyces tenebrarius. It is effective against gram-negative bacteria, especially the PSEUDOMONAS species. It is a 10% component of the antibiotic complex, NEBRAMYCIN, produced by the same species.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat people with a certain inherited condition (cystic fibrosis) who have an ongoing lung infection with a certain bacteria (Pseudomonas aeruginosa). People with cystic fibrosis produce thick, sticky mucus that can plug up the tubes, ducts and passageways in the lungs. This can result in serious breathing problems and infections in the lungs. Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs known as aminoglycoside antibiotics. Tobramycin inhalation solution works by stopping the growth of a certain bacteria (Pseudomonas aeruginosa) that commonly infects the lungs of people with cystic fibrosis. This effect decreases lung infections and damage, and helps to improve breathing.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 665
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.5
Peer Average Days Supply722
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,652.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$71.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.53

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

Clinical Summary

A prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Ophthalmology** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.