DR. JOSEPH TYLER JOHNSON
Prescription History 1558998708
Family Medicine in Columbus, GA
What does Dr. Johnson prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Johnson wrote 4,887 Medicare prescriptions for 103 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 436 prescriptions for 159 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Johnson prescribes.
Medications 103 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 Georgia prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 436 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $7.67 per fill, versus $8.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 269 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $4.93 per fill, versus $5.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 201 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $5.72 per fill, versus $6.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 183 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $7.25 per fill, versus $8.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 181 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (164). Medicare paid $10.23 per fill, versus $9.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 159 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $3.36 per fill, versus $3.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 148 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $5.37 per fill, versus $5.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 117 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $11.93 per fill, versus $10.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 103 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $7.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 98 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 72% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (137). Medicare paid $15.95 per fill, versus $10.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 97 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 88 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $1,124.69 per fill, versus $997.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 87 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $2.84 per fill, versus $3.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 86 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $13.49 per fill, versus $13.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 81 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 75% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $8.96 per fill, versus $11.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 79 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 68% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $13.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 78 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $22.76 per fill, versus $28.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 75 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $9.44 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 75 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $14.76 per fill, versus $18.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 72 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 77% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $2.79 per fill, versus $4.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 70 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 69% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $1,208.53 per fill, versus $806.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 67 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,028.12 per fill, versus $1,243.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 66 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $16.56 per fill, versus $11.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 63 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $12.16 per fill, versus $11.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 61 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,344.41 per fill, versus $929.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 61 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 70% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $15.65 per fill, versus $15.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 57 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $24.02 per fill, versus $23.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 54 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 79% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $7.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 49 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $9.51 per fill, versus $7.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 44 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $4.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 43 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $5.29 per fill, versus $7.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 41 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $7.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 41 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $867.83 per fill, versus $849.01 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 40 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 83% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.27 per fill, versus $6.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 40 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $9.35 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 39 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $11.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 36 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $4.61 per fill, versus $8.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 36 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $13.83 per fill, versus $10.82 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 36 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.33 per fill, versus $6.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 35 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 89% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.25 per fill, versus $6.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 34 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $37.10 per fill, versus $22.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 32 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.73 per fill, versus $13.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 32 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 68% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $55.44 per fill, versus $32.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 32 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $22.87 per fill, versus $19.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 32 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 81% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $20.24 per fill, versus $16.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 32 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $20.21 per fill, versus $13.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 31 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $10.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 30 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.10 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 30 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 83% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $1,805.28 per fill, versus $1,292.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 29 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $855.03 per fill, versus $1,071.46 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 28 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 36% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $6.74 per fill, versus $5.50 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 27 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.12 per fill, versus $12.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 27 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $34.47 per fill, versus $22.23 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 25 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 68% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $14.75 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 24 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $2.77 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 24 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 75% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $28.65 per fill, versus $26.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 23 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.23 per fill, versus $12.27 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 23 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $1,262.37 per fill, versus $829.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 22 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $11.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 22 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 39% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $14.37 per fill, versus $11.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 21 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 28% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $9.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 21 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $91.21 per fill, versus $126.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 20 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 69% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $24.37 per fill, versus $18.57 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
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 20 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 68% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $11.26 per fill, versus $8.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 20 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.94 per fill, versus $12.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 19 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 40% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $71.47 per fill, versus $22.33 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 18 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $98.69 per fill, versus $23.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 18 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $24.36 per fill, versus $15.18 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 17 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 26% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $25.46 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 17 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 25% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $1,149.80 per fill, versus $1,269.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $15.99 per fill, versus $7.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 17 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $10.03 per fill, versus $9.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 16 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $37.87 per fill, versus $35.41 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 16 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $42.81 per fill, versus $23.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 16 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 27% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $8.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 16 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $27.30 per fill, versus $15.13 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 a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 15 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.28 per fill, versus $14.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 15 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 36% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.13 per fill, versus $7.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 15 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 21% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $34.90 per fill, versus $13.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 15 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 36% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $116.43 per fill, versus $82.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 14 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 40% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $686.09 per fill, versus $513.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 14 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $12.41 per fill, versus $8.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 14 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.08 per fill, versus $10.18 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 14 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $17.65 per fill, versus $8.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 13 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $24.59 per fill, versus $13.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 13 prescriptions for Arexvy, about 23% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $248.26 per fill, versus $281.96 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 to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 13 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $25.57 per fill, versus $17.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 13 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 26% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $8.64 per fill, versus $6.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.46 per fill, versus $14.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 13 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.70 per fill, versus $9.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 13 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $26.16 per fill, versus $34.29 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 13 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 27% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,750.51 per fill, versus $878.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 12 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 24% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $8.91 per fill, versus $14.27 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 12 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 34% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $191.00 per fill, versus $207.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 12 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $13.66 per fill, versus $16.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 12 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.60 per fill, versus $10.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 12 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 29% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.90 per fill, versus $9.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 12 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about 62% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $68.75 per fill, versus $83.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 11 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 31% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $609.41 per fill, versus $566.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $21.69 per fill, versus $15.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 11 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 21% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $2.34 per fill, versus $10.69 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 11 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 25% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $25.97 per fill, versus $15.96 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Johnson wrote 11 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 38% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $29.13 per fill, versus $26.12 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. Johnson’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Johnson prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Johnson's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (436), Amlodipine Besylate (269) and Metformin Hcl (201).
How does Dr. Johnson's prescribing compare with other Georgia prescribers?
Of the 103 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Johnson prescribes 10 more often than the typical Georgia prescriber, 23 about as often and 70 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Johnson 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 Georgia 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.
