MRS. BETH ANN COHEN PA-C
Prescription History 1548632003
Physician Assistant - Medical in Billings, MT


Quality Rating: 61.17 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since October 23, 2015

Contact Information

2040 ROSEBUD DR STE 7
BILLINGS, MT
ZIP 59102
Phone: (406) 969-4812
Fax: (406) 969-4814

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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 MRS. BETH ANN COHEN PA-C, an active Medical specialist practicing in Billings, MT. Our medical registry currently tracks 13 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 771 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Gabapentin, which accounts for 264 claims alone.


Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 18.2
Days Supply 541
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,037
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $199.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.04

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 GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission.

Therapeutic Applications

Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 440
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,731
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $805.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.21

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.

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 679
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.6
Peer Average Days Supply869
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $324.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.21

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

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 626
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.9
Peer Average Days Supply764
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 32.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $285.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.77

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.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 264
30-Day Fills 280.9
Days Supply 8,344
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills120.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,396
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 242.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,603.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.93

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 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.

Levetiracetam

Generic Formulation: LevetiracetamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,602
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $216.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.54

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 pyrrolidinone and acetamide derivative that is used primarily for the treatment of SEIZURES and some movement disorders, and as a nootropic agent.

Therapeutic Applications

Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Levetiracetam may decrease the number of seizures you have.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 92
30-Day Fills 119.2
Days Supply 3,577
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills83.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,429
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 95.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $664.41 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.59

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: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 215
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.7
Peer Average Days Supply188
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 63.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $419.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.88

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

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.

Nortriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Nortriptyline HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,012
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $212.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.30

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 147
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.9
Peer Average Days Supply766
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $255.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.82

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.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 47
30-Day Fills 56.5
Days Supply 1,695
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,230
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 38.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,483.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.11

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

Clinical Summary

A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures).

Tizanidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tizanidine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 136
30-Day Fills 153.0
Days Supply 3,630
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.4
Peer Average Days Supply975
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 338.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,587.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.63

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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 72
30-Day Fills 72.0
Days Supply 1,493
MT State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.8
Peer Average Days Supply927
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 63.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MT. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $754.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.91

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 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.

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 MRS. BETH ANN COHEN PA-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Billings, MT.

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 **Medical** 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.