DR. PETER CRIAG RUSS M.D
Prescription History 1568460921
Family Medicine in Forest City, NC
What does Dr. Russ prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Russ wrote 3,170 Medicare prescriptions for 77 medications. The most prescribed was Levothyroxine Sodium, with 243 prescriptions for 28 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. Russ prescribes.
Medications 77 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 North Carolina prescribers.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 243 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $10.48 per fill, versus $9.86 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 198 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (179). Medicare paid $7.40 per fill, versus $9.41 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 185 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $7.05 per fill, versus $5.92 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 144 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $10.16 per fill, versus $9.16 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 122 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 2.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.64 per fill, versus $14.12 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 120 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $10.36 per fill, versus $12.43 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 117 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $7.97 per fill, versus $4.73 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 98 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $29.26 per fill, versus $17.71 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 91 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $12.25 per fill, versus $11.79 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 77 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $12.50 per fill, versus $9.21 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 76 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $10.39 per fill, versus $12.24 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 76 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $9.44 per fill, versus $8.65 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 72 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 78% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $591.58 per fill, versus $835.47 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 71 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 71% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $20.35 per fill, versus $15.37 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 61 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $8.34 per fill, versus $7.79 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 59 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $16.55 per fill, versus $12.87 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, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 48 prescriptions for Risperidone, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.19 per fill, versus $15.57 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 47 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $116.98 per fill, versus $118.49 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 47 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $20.71 per fill, versus $28.36 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 46 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $12.88 per fill, versus $16.58 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 43 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $20.88 per fill, versus $13.02 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 40 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 37% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $7.45 per fill, versus $13.28 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 37 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.48 per fill, versus $10.01 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 37 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $7.76 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 36 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $13.61 per fill, versus $7.15 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 35 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $47.69 per fill, versus $40.59 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 33 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 71% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $9.74 per fill, versus $19.60 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 32 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 75% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $12.60 per fill, versus $8.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat brittle bone disease (osteoporosis) in women who are at least 5 years past "the change of life" (menopause).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 32 prescriptions for Calcitonin-Salmon, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $79.13 per fill, versus $73.42 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 32 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.27 per fill, versus $12.84 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 31 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $543.96 per fill, versus $879.54 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 30 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 75% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.77 per fill, versus $6.60 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
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 29 prescriptions for Lactulose, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.04 per fill, versus $27.75 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 29 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.10 per fill, versus $6.24 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 26 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $27.28 per fill, versus $29.22 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 25 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 77% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $99.58 per fill, versus $20.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Fewer than five North Carolina prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 22 prescriptions for Autoshield Duo Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $98.17 per fill, versus $97.73 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 22 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $13.53 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 22 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 42% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $13.50 per fill, versus $17.30 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 22 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $24.99 per fill, versus $17.97 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 22 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 36% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $1,014.10 per fill, versus $1,259.98 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 treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 20 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.13 per fill, versus $6.30 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 20 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $15.01 per fill, versus $48.70 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 19 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 36% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $5.95 per fill, versus $8.09 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 19 prescriptions for Clozapine, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $67.86 per fill, versus $74.15 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 18 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 14% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $6.66 per fill, versus $11.22 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 18 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,015.13 per fill, versus $1,201.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 17 prescriptions for Alcohol Pads, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $55.76 per fill, versus $52.30 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 17 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.11 per fill, versus $6.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 17 prescriptions for Dropsafe Pen Needle, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $82.59 per fill, versus $68.76 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 17 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 31% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $5.61 per fill, versus $10.58 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 16 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 31% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $8.90 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 16 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 10% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $6.91 per fill, versus $11.96 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 16 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.07 per fill, versus $16.24 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 16 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $9.34 per fill, versus $15.56 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 combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 15 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 23% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $43.95 per fill, versus $28.17 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 15 prescriptions for Loperamide, about 81% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $9.34 per fill, versus $20.89 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 15 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 36% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.42 per fill, versus $9.69 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 18% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $10.10 per fill, versus $4.14 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.06 per fill, versus $17.12 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 combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 14 prescriptions for Paxlovid (Eua), about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $8.39 per fill, versus $9.29 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
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 13 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $38.51 per fill, versus $57.47 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 13 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.03 per fill, versus $14.89 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 combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 13 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $62.47 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 13 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.91 per fill, versus $10.16 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 13 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $52.43 per fill, versus $35.53 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 12 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $22.99 per fill, versus $18.41 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 12 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 29% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $7.93 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 used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 12 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 33% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.58 per fill, versus $9.97 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
Bicalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 11 prescriptions for Bicalutamide, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $79.87 per fill, versus $27.18 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 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 11 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $422.75 per fill, versus $498.91 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
Dorzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 11 prescriptions for Dorzolamide Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $36.81 per fill, versus $19.67 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 11 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 24% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $12.86 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 11 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 23% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $32.35 per fill, versus $14.18 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 medication is used to treat high levels of potassium in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 11 prescriptions for Lokelma, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $849.26 per fill, versus $623.16 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Russ wrote 11 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 26% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $557.16 per fill, versus $898.41 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. Russ’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Russ prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Russ's most prescribed medications were Levothyroxine Sodium (243), Atorvastatin Calcium (198) and Amlodipine Besylate (185).
How does Dr. Russ's prescribing compare with other North Carolina prescribers?
Of the 76 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Russ prescribes 7 more often than the typical North Carolina prescriber, 23 about as often and 46 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Russ 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 North Carolina 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.
