DR. CLAUDIA HILBURN METHVIN MD
Prescription History 1508871237
Family Medicine in Woodstock, VA
What does Dr. Methvin prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Methvin wrote 4,838 Medicare prescriptions for 111 medications. The most prescribed was Metformin Hcl Er (metformin hcl), with 283 prescriptions for 63 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Methvin prescribes.
Medications 111 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 Virginia prescribers.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 283 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 4.8 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $13.53 per fill, versus $8.58 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
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 248 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $10.87 per fill, versus $9.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 178 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $10.25 per fill, versus $10.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 165 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $9.91 per fill, versus $11.75 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 158 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.29 per fill, versus $9.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 152 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $535.89 per fill, versus $886.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 133 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $5.55 per fill, versus $4.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 129 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $17.17 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 128 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $4.43 per fill, versus $5.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 113 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $12.83 per fill, versus $12.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 109 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $6.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 104 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (106). Medicare paid $10.11 per fill, versus $8.85 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 98 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $13.89 per fill, versus $13.47 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 95 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $18.54 per fill, versus $20.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 88 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $11.77 per fill, versus $11.61 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 87 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $771.94 per fill, versus $945.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 82 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $11.41 per fill, versus $13.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 74 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $35.45 per fill, versus $26.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 70 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $9.77 per fill, versus $11.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 68 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $23.64 per fill, versus $17.11 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
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 68 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $9.99 per fill, versus $7.74 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 65 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $25.54 per fill, versus $23.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 59 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $23.73 per fill, versus $13.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 57 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $32.76 per fill, versus $27.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 56 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 88% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.06 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 55 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $19.60 per fill, versus $12.97 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 54 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $15.23 per fill, versus $12.17 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 50 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $8.76 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 50 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $70.95 per fill, versus $34.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 45 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 74% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $5.16 per fill, versus $6.35 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 vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 44 prescriptions for Shingrix, about 34% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $211.51 per fill, versus $197.85 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 43 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $17.24 per fill, versus $8.61 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 41 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $27.95 per fill, versus $24.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 40 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 82% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $4.75 per fill, versus $4.45 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 39 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 61% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.44 per fill, versus $10.28 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 39 prescriptions for Valsartan, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $30.51 per fill, versus $24.97 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 38 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 88% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $27.14 per fill, versus $28.31 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 38 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $40.39 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 37 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 25% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $26.64 per fill, versus $10.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 35 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 89% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.42 per fill, versus $6.85 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 35 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 78% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $10.18 per fill, versus $8.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 32 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 67% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $390.87 per fill, versus $1,032.96 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 32 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 80% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.06 per fill, versus $14.24 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 31 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 83% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.47 per fill, versus $6.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 31 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.84 per fill, versus $10.53 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 31 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $3.76 per fill, versus $3.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 29 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 39% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $4.39 per fill, versus $3.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 29 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $10.10 per fill, versus $7.14 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 28 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 79% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.28 per fill, versus $6.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 27 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $10.78 per fill, versus $11.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 27 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $12.99 per fill, versus $11.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 26 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.45 per fill, versus $18.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 26 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 68% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $19.28 per fill, versus $11.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 26 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $11.26 per fill, versus $14.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 25 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $3.85 per fill, versus $8.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 25 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $10.88 per fill, versus $12.51 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 23 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $15.01 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 23 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $72.38 per fill, versus $32.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 23 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $16.08 per fill, versus $23.07 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 open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 22 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate, about 30% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $16.36 per fill, versus $35.45 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 22 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $43.98 per fill, versus $39.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 22 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 61% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.76 per fill, versus $8.97 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 21 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $15.81 per fill, versus $12.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 21 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $7.06 per fill, versus $6.76 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 21 prescriptions for Ramipril, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $8.29 per fill, versus $9.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 20 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $24.62 per fill, versus $16.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 19 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $18.67 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 19 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $29.61 per fill, versus $20.02 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 19 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $8.61 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 18 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $217.29 per fill, versus $78.97 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 18 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 64% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.24 per fill, versus $10.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 17 prescriptions for Arexvy, about 13% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $300.33 per fill, versus $262.90 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 17 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 37% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $27.96 per fill, versus $32.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 17 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 72% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4.61 per fill, versus $4.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 29% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $2.91 per fill, versus $4.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $13.79 per fill, versus $13.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.98 per fill, versus $9.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $563.36 per fill, versus $514.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $94.35 per fill, versus $31.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 35% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $57.44 per fill, versus $23.80 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
Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Lumigan, about 31% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $285.74 per fill, versus $506.74 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about 77% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $25.25 per fill, versus $27.28 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 36% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $85.39 per fill, versus $29.72 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 Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 70% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $11.31 per fill, versus $11.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 16 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 61% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.77 per fill, versus $8.12 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
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 15 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 31% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $43.37 per fill, versus $14.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 14 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 39% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $13.39 per fill, versus $10.12 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 14 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $18.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 14 prescriptions for Paxlovid (Eua), about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $10.01 per fill, versus $11.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 14 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $62.76 per fill, versus $26.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 14 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $974.26 per fill, versus $1,182.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 13 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 31% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.24 per fill, versus $7.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 13 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $269.80 per fill, versus $368.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 13 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 41% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $18.37 per fill, versus $11.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 13 prescriptions for Lactulose, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.57 per fill, versus $23.26 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $13.19 per fill, versus $15.85 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, anxiety disorders).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 13 prescriptions for Paroxetine Er, about 90% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $63.38 per fill, versus $69.03 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 certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 12 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $60.19 per fill, versus $24.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 18% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $14.33 per fill, versus $18.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 12 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $381.86 per fill, versus $411.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 12 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $2,675.22 per fill, versus $1,480.31 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 prevent kidney stones in people with a certain inherited disorder (cystinuria).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 12 prescriptions for Thiola Ec, about as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $15,263.15 per fill, versus $12,688.31 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 12 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $9.43 per fill, versus $11.75 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 12 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $1,432.44 per fill, versus $1,173.18 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 12 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 33% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $1,066.35 per fill, versus $955.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 11 prescriptions for Autoshield Duo Pen Needle, about 39% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $67.99 per fill, versus $93.89 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 11 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 40% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.22 per fill, versus $17.97 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 11 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $24.25 per fill, versus $39.24 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 depression.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 11 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $31.07 per fill, versus $13.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 11 prescriptions for Unifine Pentips Plus, about 68% as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $23.70 per fill, versus $33.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Virginia prescribers
Dr. Methvin wrote 11 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical Virginia prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $28.62 per fill, versus $33.22 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. Methvin’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Methvin prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Methvin's most prescribed medications were Metformin Hcl Er (283), Atorvastatin Calcium (248) and Levothyroxine Sodium (178).
How does Dr. Methvin's prescribing compare with other Virginia prescribers?
Of the 111 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Methvin prescribes 19 more often than the typical Virginia prescriber, 28 about as often and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Methvin 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 Virginia 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.
