MICHAEL EPHRAIM WECHSLER MD
Prescription History 1528017993
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Denver, CO
What does Dr. Wechsler prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Wechsler wrote 272 Medicare prescriptions for 11 medications. The most prescribed was Breo Ellipta (fluticasone/vilanterol), with 46 prescriptions.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Wechsler prescribes.
Medications 11 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 Colorado prescribers.
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 46 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $560.18 per fill, versus $552.46 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 40 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.17 per fill, versus $4.96 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
This medication is used along with other medications to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 32 prescriptions for Nucala, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $12,338.69 per fill, versus $4,637.50 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $294.57 per fill, versus $177.29 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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 23 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $17.88 per fill, versus $11.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain skin conditions (eczema, prurigo nodularis) and a certain esophagus problem (eosinophilic esophagitis).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 22 prescriptions for Dupixent Syringe, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $4,204.09 per fill, versus $3,909.18 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
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 21 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $388.31 per fill, versus $311.57 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 19 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,131.32 per fill, versus $913.88 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 18 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 72% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $465.18 per fill, versus $346.03 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 15 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,036.98 per fill, versus $734.44 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
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 Colorado prescribers
Dr. Wechsler wrote 11 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 25% as often as the typical Colorado prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $63.69 per fill, versus $29.84 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. Wechsler’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Wechsler prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Wechsler's most prescribed medications were Breo Ellipta (46), Prednisone (40) and Nucala (32).
How does Dr. Wechsler's prescribing compare with other Colorado prescribers?
Of the 11 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Wechsler prescribes 2 more often than the typical Colorado prescriber, 4 about as often and 5 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Wechsler 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 Colorado 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.
