DR. JAVIER DELGADO-CANDELARIO M.D.
Prescription History 1508992744
Orthopaedic Surgery in Humacao, PR

NPI Status: Active since February 24, 2007

Contact Information

HOSPITAL SAN PABLO
AVE FONT MARTELO 3
HUMACAO, PR
ZIP 00791
Phone: (787) 234-4315

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. JAVIER DELGADO-CANDELARIO M.D., an active Orthopaedic Surgery specialist practicing in Humacao, PR. Our medical registry currently tracks 22 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,473 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Sulindac, which accounts for 230 claims alone.


Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 70
30-Day Fills 70.0
Days Supply 440
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.5
Peer Average Days Supply320
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 84.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $836.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.88

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

See also Warning section. This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Amoxicillin

Generic Formulation: AmoxicillinSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 25
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.9
Peer Average Days Supply340
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $42.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.18

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 broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is a penicillin-type antibiotic. 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. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning.

Cefadroxil

Generic Formulation: CefadroxilSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 115
30-Day Fills 115.0
Days Supply 571
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.4
Peer Average Days Supply279
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 202.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $793.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.88

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

Long-acting, broad-spectrum, water-soluble, CEPHALEXIN derivative.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. 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.

Clindamycin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin HclSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 48
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.5
Peer Average Days Supply233
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $77.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.17

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

An antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN.

Therapeutic Applications

Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Diclofenac Potassium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac PotassiumSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 255
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,467
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $366.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.07

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 powder form of diclofenac is used to treat migraine headaches. Diclofenac is not used to prevent migraines from happening or lessen how often you get them. Diclofenac is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 48.7
Days Supply 1,289
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims91.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills105.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,454
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $887.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.54

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 27.3
Days Supply 760
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims85.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills105.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,155
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $256.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.93

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

Clinical Summary

A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 185
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills74.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,207
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,614.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$258.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$691.22

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Etodolac

Generic Formulation: EtodolacSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 149
30-Day Fills 151.0
Days Supply 2,685
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,180
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 204.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,641.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.73

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 and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor with potent analgesic and anti-arthritic properties. It has been shown to be effective in the treatment of OSTEOARTHRITIS; RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS; and in the alleviation of postoperative pain (PAIN, POSTOPERATIVE).

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Etodolac is used to relieve pain from various conditions. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 1,137
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims262.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills390.8
Peer Average Days Supply11,611
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $221.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.48

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.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 169
30-Day Fills 169.3
Days Supply 4,377
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims78.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills83.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,241
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 116.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $819.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.07

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.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 186
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.2
Peer Average Days Supply415
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $363.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.44

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.

Methylprednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Methylprednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 33
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.6
Peer Average Days Supply49
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $400.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.34

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

Methylprednisolone derivative that is used as an anti-inflammatory agent for the treatment of ALLERGY and ALLERGIC RHINITIS; ASTHMA; and BURSITIS; and for the treatment of ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Methylprednisolone is used to treat pain and swelling that occurs with arthritis and other joint disorders. This medication may also be used to treat various conditions such as blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/intestinal/kidney/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. It decreases your immune system's response to these conditions and reduces symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of methylprednisolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Nabumetone

Generic Formulation: NabumetoneSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 340
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,506
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $262.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.73

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 butanone non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX2) inhibitor that is used in the management of pain associated with OSTEOARTHRITIS and RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). 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.

Naproxen Sodium

Generic Formulation: Naproxen SodiumSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 245
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.7
Peer Average Days Supply594
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $559.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.39

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 anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout.

Therapeutic Applications

Naproxen is used to relieve pain from various conditions. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis, bursitis, and gout attacks. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. Some brands of sustained-release naproxen take longer to be absorbed and are not recommended for pain that needs quick relief (such as during a gout attack). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about your particular brand.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 141
30-Day Fills 141.0
Days Supply 789
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.0
Peer Average Days Supply983
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 171.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,097.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.57

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 100
30-Day Fills 100.0
Days Supply 561
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.9
Peer Average Days Supply344
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 203.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $435.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.61

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.

Sulindac

Generic Formulation: SulindacSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 230
30-Day Fills 230.0
Days Supply 3,900
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,171
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 389.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,654.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.27

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 sulfinylindene derivative prodrug whose sulfinyl moiety is converted in vivo to an active NSAID analgesic. Specifically, the prodrug is converted by liver enzymes to a sulfide which is excreted in the bile and then reabsorbed from the intestine. This helps to maintain constant blood levels with reduced gastrointestinal side effects.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Sulindac is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. It is also used to treat arthritis of the spine, gouty arthritis, and shoulder bursitis/tendonitis. Sulindac is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever. 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.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 97
30-Day Fills 97.0
Days Supply 1,145
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.0
Peer Average Days Supply983
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 83.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $337.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.49

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Tramadol Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 197
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.7
Peer Average Days Supply354
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $328.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.64

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

See also Warning section. This product is used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. It contains 2 medications: tramadol and acetaminophen. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen is used to relieve pain, and it can also reduce a fever.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 67.0
Days Supply 67
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.3
Peer Average Days Supply608
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 59.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $742.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.87

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

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.

Zolpidem Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Zolpidem TartrateSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 276
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,451
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $144.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.92

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

An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

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 **Orthopaedic Surgery** 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.