DR. THOMAS C MALVAR MD
Prescription History 1528089083
Urology in Chicago, IL

NPI Status: Active since July 21, 2006

Contact Information

3000 N HALSTED STREET
STE 611
CHICAGO, IL
ZIP 60657
Phone: (773) 868-1800
Fax: (773) 698-7216

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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. THOMAS C MALVAR MD, an active Urology specialist practicing in Chicago, IL. Our medical registry currently tracks 20 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,065 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Tamsulosin Hcl, which accounts for 349 claims alone.


Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 38
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply417
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $40.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.21

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

Therapeutic Applications

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.

Alfuzosin Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Alfuzosin HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 62
30-Day Fills 151.8
Days Supply 4,479
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills110.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,278
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 34.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,716.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.91

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

Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Alfuzosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 135
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.0
Peer Average Days Supply216
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $234.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.67

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Bethanechol Chloride

Generic Formulation: Bethanechol ChlorideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 65.0
Days Supply 1,950
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.1
Peer Average Days Supply951
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,280.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.36

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

Clinical Summary

A slowly hydrolyzing muscarinic agonist with no nicotinic effects. Bethanechol is generally used to increase smooth muscle tone, as in the GI tract following abdominal surgery or in urinary retention in the absence of obstruction. It may cause hypotension, HEART RATE changes, and BRONCHIAL SPASM.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems such as the inability to urinate or empty the bladder completely due to certain causes (such as surgery, bladder muscle problems). It works by helping the bladder muscle to squeeze better, thereby improving your ability to urinate.

Bicalutamide

Generic Formulation: BicalutamideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 95.0
Days Supply 2,789
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,180
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 40.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,341.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.72

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

Bicalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer. This medication works by blocking the action of male hormones in the prostate, slowing the growth of cancer cells. This medication should not be used in women and children.

Cefdinir

Generic Formulation: CefdinirSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 77
30-Day Fills 79.0
Days Supply 531
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.9
Peer Average Days Supply216
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 208.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $864.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.43

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

Clinical Summary

A third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin.

Therapeutic Applications

Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This 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.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 43
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 278
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.4
Peer Average Days Supply249
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 65.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $239.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.10

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

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Clotrimazole-Betamethasone

Generic Formulation: Clotrimazole/Betamethasone DipSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 312
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.8
Peer Average Days Supply492
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $405.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.57

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 treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash.

Dutasteride

Generic Formulation: DutasterideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,900
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,240.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$82.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.37

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 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR that is reported to inhibit both type-1 and type2 isoforms of the enzyme and is used to treat BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH. Dutasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. This medication should not be used by women or children.

Estradiol

Generic Formulation: EstradiolSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,161
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,476.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$134.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$95.06

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

Clinical Summary

The 17-beta-isomer of estradiol, an aromatized C18 steroid with hydroxyl group at 3-beta- and 17-beta-position. Estradiol-17-beta is the most potent form of mammalian estrogenic steroids.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a female hormone (estrogen). It is used by women to help reduce symptoms of menopause (such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness). These symptoms are caused by the body making less estrogen. If you are using this medication to treat symptoms only in and around the vagina, products applied directly inside the vagina should be considered before medications that are taken by mouth, absorbed through the skin, or injected. This medication may also be used by women who are not able to produce enough estrogen (for example, due to hypogonadism, primary ovarian failure). Certain estrogen products may also be used by women after menopause to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). However, there are other medications (such as raloxifene, bisphosphonates including alendronate) that are also effective in preventing bone loss and may be safer. These medications should be considered for use before estrogen treatment.

Fesoterodine Fumarate Er

Generic Formulation: Fesoterodine FumarateSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 664
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.4
Peer Average Days Supply658
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,266.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$74.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$173.98

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, fesoterodine improves your ability to control your urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics.

Finasteride

Generic Formulation: FinasterideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 134
30-Day Fills 391.6
Days Supply 11,726
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills130.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,850
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 143.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,438.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.29

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

Clinical Summary

An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication.

Ketorolac Tromethamine

Generic Formulation: Ketorolac TromethamineSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 52
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims98.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills114.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,767
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $191.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.85

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 pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to prevent and treat eye swelling due to a certain type of eye surgery (cataract removal). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling.

Myrbetriq

Generic Formulation: MirabegronSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 93
30-Day Fills 176.0
Days Supply 5,280
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,981
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 89.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $84,396.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$907.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$610.65

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity.

Nitrofurantoin

Generic Formulation: Nitrofurantoin MacrocrystalSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 307
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.9
Peer Average Days Supply841
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $608.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$55.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.45

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

Clinical Summary

A urinary anti-infective agent effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Although sulfonamides and antibiotics are usually the agents of choice for urinary tract infections, nitrofurantoin is widely used for prophylaxis and long-term suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent certain bladder infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).

Oxybutynin Chloride Er

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 186.0
Days Supply 5,580
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,836
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 97.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,459.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.22

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

This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Solifenacin Succinate

Generic Formulation: Solifenacin SuccinateSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,950
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills58.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,701
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,723.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.45

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

Clinical Summary

A quinuclidine and tetrahydroisoquinoline derivative and selective M3 MUSCARINIC ANTAGONIST. It is used as a UROLOGIC AGENT in the treatment of URINARY INCONTINENCE.

Therapeutic Applications

Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder. By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, solifenacin improves your ability to control your urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 101
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.5
Peer Average Days Supply515
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 44.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $75.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.91

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.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 349
30-Day Fills 1,007.0
Days Supply 30,133
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims85.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills190.9
Peer Average Days Supply5,605
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 310.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,507.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.18

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Testosterone

Generic Formulation: TestosteroneSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.1
Peer Average Days Supply787
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,881.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$125.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$289.53

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 potent androgenic steroid and major product secreted by the LEYDIG CELLS of the TESTIS. Its production is stimulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE from the PITUITARY GLAND. In turn, testosterone exerts feedback control of the pituitary LH and FSH secretion. Depending on the tissues, testosterone can be further converted to DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE or ESTRADIOL.

Therapeutic Applications

This medicated patch contains testosterone. It is used for hormone replacement in men who are not able to produce enough testosterone (for example, due to hypogonadism). This medication is absorbed through the skin, enters your bloodstream, and helps your body reach normal testosterone levels. Testosterone helps the body to develop and maintain the male sexual characteristics (masculinity), such as a deep voice and body hair. It also helps to maintain muscle and prevent bone loss, and is necessary for natural sexual ability/desire. This drug should not be used by women.

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. THOMAS C MALVAR MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Chicago, IL.

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 **Urology** 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.