DR. JOANA B LAUTURE NP
Prescription History 1508544909
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Danbury, CT
What does Dr. Lauture prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Lauture wrote 1,582 Medicare prescriptions for 42 medications. The most prescribed was Venlafaxine Hcl Er (venlafaxine hcl), with 99 prescriptions.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Lauture prescribes.
Medications 42 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Connecticut prescribers.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 99 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $12.60 per fill, versus $21.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 96 prescriptions for Clozapine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $36.56 per fill, versus $62.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 96 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $16.84 per fill, versus $26.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 78 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.89 per fill, versus $14.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 70 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $17.90 per fill, versus $15.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 70 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $9.03 per fill, versus $9.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 68 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $6.40 per fill, versus $9.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 61 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $11.18 per fill, versus $17.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 59 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $10.58 per fill, versus $9.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 55 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $21.16 per fill, versus $42.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 54 prescriptions for Risperidone, about as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $15.49 per fill, versus $15.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 53 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $14.52 per fill, versus $23.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 49 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $19.40 per fill, versus $24.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 42 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 73% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $14.95 per fill, versus $19.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 39 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 39 prescriptions for Invega Sustenna, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $2,353.73 per fill, versus $2,864.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 38 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $12.25 per fill, versus $11.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 38 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 79% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $7.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 36 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $0.77 per fill, versus $11.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 36 prescriptions for Vraylar, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,533.08 per fill, versus $1,489.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 34 prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl, about as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $68.38 per fill, versus $191.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 30 prescriptions for Ramelteon, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $177.88 per fill, versus $119.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 29 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 61% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $52.13 per fill, versus $61.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 25 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.16 per fill, versus $15.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 25 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $12.33 per fill, versus $16.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 24 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $28.16 per fill, versus $45.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 22 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $17.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 21 prescriptions for Fluphenazine Decanoate, about as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $35.02 per fill, versus $88.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 19 prescriptions for Haloperidol, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $19.98 per fill, versus $29.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 18 prescriptions for Belsomra, about 87% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $453.98 per fill, versus $447.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amantadine is used to treat Parkinson's disease, as well as side effects caused by drugs (such as drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms), chemicals, and other medical conditions.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 16 prescriptions for Amantadine, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $45.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 16 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 31% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $14.16 per fill, versus $12.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 16 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about 61% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $1.79 per fill, versus $9.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 14 prescriptions for Paliperidone Er, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $62.96 per fill, versus $182.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 14 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $25.88 per fill, versus $17.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 13 prescriptions for Haloperidol Decanoate, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $21.17 per fill, versus $40.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 12 prescriptions for Abilify Maintena, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $2,646.23 per fill, versus $2,755.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Deutetrabenazine is used to decrease involuntary movements (chorea) caused by Huntington's disease.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 12 prescriptions for Austedo Xr, about 62% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $7,218.69 per fill, versus $6,932.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 12 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $28.37 per fill, versus $54.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 12 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $1.66 per fill, versus $6.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat the panic and anxiety symptoms associated with panic disorder.
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 11 prescriptions for Alprazolam Er, about 72% as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $32.75 per fill, versus $34.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Connecticut prescribers
Dr. Lauture wrote 11 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Connecticut prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $77.92 per fill, versus $48.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Lauture’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Lauture prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Lauture's most prescribed medications were Venlafaxine Hcl Er (99), Clozapine (96) and Olanzapine (96).
How does Dr. Lauture's prescribing compare with other Connecticut prescribers?
Of the 42 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Lauture prescribes 9 more often than the typical Connecticut prescriber, 14 about as often and 19 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Lauture prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Connecticut prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
