THERSILLA OBERBARNSCHEIDT M.D.
Prescription History 1568875607
Psychiatry & Neurology - Addiction Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA
What does Dr. Oberbarnscheidt prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 1,981 Medicare prescriptions for 40 medications. The most prescribed was Buprenorphine-Naloxone (buprenorphine hcl/naloxone hcl), with 176 prescriptions for 23 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. Oberbarnscheidt prescribes.
Medications 40 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 Pennsylvania prescribers.
What it is used for
This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 176 prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $138.94 per fill, versus $123.51 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 169 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $6.89 per fill, versus $8.85 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 145 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $16.76 per fill, versus $25.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 91 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $10.95 per fill, versus $13.30 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 86 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $5.96 per fill, versus $11.98 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 85 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $20.33 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 bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 84 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $21.48 per fill, versus $62.65 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 treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 84 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $18.63 per fill, versus $23.41 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 79 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.23 per fill, versus $17.20 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 78 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $14.48 per fill, versus $11.62 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 65 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.03 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 64 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $7.55 per fill, versus $10.05 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
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 59 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $22.18 per fill, versus $14.42 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 prevent people who have been addicted to certain drugs (opiates) from taking them again.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 54 prescriptions for Naltrexone Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $29.97 per fill, versus $45.65 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 treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 49 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $7.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 45 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $9.97 per fill, versus $12.00 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 contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 44 prescriptions for Suboxone, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $444.34 per fill, versus $466.49 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 43 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $10.50 per fill, versus $21.77 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 42 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $5.20 per fill, versus $13.86 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 39 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $3.05 per fill, versus $13.38 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, manic phase of bipolar disorder, severe behavioral problems in children).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 35 prescriptions for Chlorpromazine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $166.57 per fill, versus $225.32 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
This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 33 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.38 per fill, versus $8.66 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 bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 31 prescriptions for Vraylar, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $1,384.09 per fill, versus $1,397.66 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 30 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.90 per fill, versus $14.22 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 manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 24 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate Er, about 87% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $31.44 per fill, versus $14.75 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 23 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.96 per fill, versus $7.12 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 medication is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 22 prescriptions for Abilify Maintena, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2,638.47 per fill, versus $2,747.45 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 22 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.15 per fill, versus $10.79 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 schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 20 prescriptions for Invega Sustenna, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2,511.53 per fill, versus $3,049.78 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
Varenicline is used by adults to help stop smoking.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 19 prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $270.92 per fill, versus $252.30 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 contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 18 prescriptions for Zubsolv, about 89% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $306.26 per fill, versus $467.06 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 17 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 26% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $15.84 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 depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 16 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $18.03 per fill, versus $20.17 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 14 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.58 per fill, versus $42.26 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 medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 14 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.04 per fill, versus $16.91 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
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 13 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $51.96 per fill, versus $51.40 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, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 13 prescriptions for Latuda, about 60% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $1,327.76 per fill, versus $1,408.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used along with counseling and support to help people who are alcohol dependent not drink alcohol.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 12 prescriptions for Acamprosate Calcium, about 71% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $93.49 per fill, versus $98.92 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
This medication is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluvoxamine Maleate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $28.73 per fill, versus $36.98 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 to treat a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Oberbarnscheidt wrote 12 prescriptions for Haloperidol Decanoate, about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.15 per fill, versus $43.25 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. Oberbarnscheidt’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Oberbarnscheidt prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Oberbarnscheidt's most prescribed medications were Buprenorphine-Naloxone (176), Trazodone Hcl (169) and Bupropion Xl (145).
How does Dr. Oberbarnscheidt's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 40 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Oberbarnscheidt prescribes 14 more often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber, 13 about as often and 13 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Oberbarnscheidt 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 Pennsylvania 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.
