DUSTY DAWN BEST APRN, NP-C
Prescription History 1508564329
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Spring, TX

NPI Status: Active since February 21, 2023

Contact Information

415 WOODLINE DR
SPRING, TX
ZIP 77386
Phone: (281) 528-4100

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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 DUSTY DAWN BEST APRN, NP-C, an active Family specialist practicing in Spring, TX. Our medical registry currently tracks 36 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 797 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Amlodipine Besylate, which accounts for 47 claims alone.


Albuterol Sulfate Hfa

Generic Formulation: Albuterol SulfateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 16.8
Days Supply 446
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,666
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $382.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$49.62

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 short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol.

Therapeutic Applications

Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 47
30-Day Fills 116.0
Days Supply 3,480
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims131.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills323.0
Peer Average Days Supply9,636
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $254.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.22

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 long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 189
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.4
Peer Average Days Supply247
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $288.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.74

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

Clinical Summary

A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats 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.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 122.3
Days Supply 3,670
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims172.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills436.6
Peer Average Days Supply13,025
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $463.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.71

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 120
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.1
Peer Average Days Supply287
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $126.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.03

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

Clinical Summary

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.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 785
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,839
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $405.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.31

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 pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. 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 drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 64
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.5
Peer Average Days Supply368
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $68.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.13

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 semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 19.7
Days Supply 558
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,335
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $352.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.75

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. 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.

Fluconazole

Generic Formulation: FluconazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 109
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.7
Peer Average Days Supply245
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $108.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.35

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

Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. It works by stopping the growth of common types of vaginal yeast (fungus). This medication belongs to a class of drugs called azole antifungals.

Fluoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Fluoxetine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,057
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $128.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.62

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Fluticasone Propionate

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone PropionateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills96.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,877
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $471.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.43

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 STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 56.3
Days Supply 1,498
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims78.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills159.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,614
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $169.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.45

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 benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,589
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims94.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills159.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,701
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $392.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.94

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

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. 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.

Glimepiride

Generic Formulation: GlimepirideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 36.3
Days Supply 1,090
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills120.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,598
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $69.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.09

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

Alkaloids derived from TYRAMINE combined with 3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde via a norbelladine pathway, including GALANTAMINE, lycorine and crinine. They are found in the AMARYLLIDACEAE plant family.

Therapeutic Applications

Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glimepiride belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin.

Hydralazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydralazine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills84.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,491
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $189.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.33

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

Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 1,650
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims67.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills172.3
Peer Average Days Supply5,149
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $120.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.52

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 thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride

Generic Formulation: Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,547
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $288.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.12

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

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing. It is also used to relieve itching and hives. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Levocetirizine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (such as anaphylaxis). If your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use levocetirizine in place of your epinephrine.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 53.0
Days Supply 1,590
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims144.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills342.9
Peer Average Days Supply10,129
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $289.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.11

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

Clinical Summary

The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 96.0
Days Supply 2,880
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims111.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills280.0
Peer Average Days Supply8,354
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $284.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.92

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

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: Lisinopril/HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills109.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,274
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $76.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.21

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 high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not continue taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 71.3
Days Supply 2,140
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims106.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills268.0
Peer Average Days Supply8,004
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $301.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.24

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 antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 56.3
Days Supply 1,672
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills94.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,771
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $161.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.87

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. 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.

Metformin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 68.0
Days Supply 2,033
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims100.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills255.0
Peer Average Days Supply7,607
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $189.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.57

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 biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 204
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.3
Peer Average Days Supply243
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $385.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.10

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 PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims96.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills239.8
Peer Average Days Supply7,157
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 87.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $200.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.83

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 23.3
Days Supply 700
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills140.4
Peer Average Days Supply4,159
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $73.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.36

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Montelukast Sodium

Generic Formulation: Montelukast SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 65.0
Days Supply 1,950
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims68.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills156.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,670
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $577.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.30

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways.

Nystatin

Generic Formulation: NystatinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 280
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.8
Peer Average Days Supply489
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $339.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.94

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

Clinical Summary

Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3.

Therapeutic Applications

Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,230
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills186.0
Peer Average Days Supply5,542
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $272.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.15

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 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Ozempic

Generic Formulation: SemaglutideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 40.1
Days Supply 1,158
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,054
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $38,134.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,230.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,456.46

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

Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 1,754
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills167.6
Peer Average Days Supply4,979
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $333.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.29

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

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Pravastatin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pravastatin SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills150.2
Peer Average Days Supply4,487
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $123.41 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.02

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 antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES).

Therapeutic Applications

Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. 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.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 43.7
Days Supply 1,302
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills269.0
Peer Average Days Supply8,052
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $333.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.42

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 HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. 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 to 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. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 130
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.4
Peer Average Days Supply411
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $63.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.17

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.

Clinical Summary

A drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 1,140
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills112.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,315
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $153.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.94

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 139
TX State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,030
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TX. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $39.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.36

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 esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

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 DUSTY DAWN BEST APRN, NP-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Spring, TX.

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 **Family** 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.