MEGAN M. WOOD APRN, AGACNP-BC
Prescription History 1588022545
Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care in Charleston, WV


Quality Rating: 90.11 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since February 05, 2016

Contact Information

3200 MACCORKLE AVE SE
CHARLESTON, WV
ZIP 25304
Phone: (304) 388-8199
Fax: (304) 388-8195

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for MEGAN M. WOOD APRN, AGACNP-BC, an active Acute Care specialist practicing in Charleston, WV. Our medical registry currently tracks 11 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 712 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Clopidogrel, which accounts for 149 claims alone.


Amiodarone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amiodarone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 69
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 967
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills77.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,232
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 76.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $448.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.57

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Amiodarone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 87
30-Day Fills 96.0
Days Supply 2,880
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims154.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills366.3
Peer Average Days Supply10,860
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $661.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.50

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 149
30-Day Fills 159.0
Days Supply 4,770
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims71.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills161.4
Peer Average Days Supply4,778
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 109.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $920.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.58

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

Clinical Summary

A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

Therapeutic Applications

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). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 630
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills120.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,398
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12,632.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$601.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$844.87

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

Therapeutic Applications

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 83
30-Day Fills 85.0
Days Supply 1,330
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims93.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills179.1
Peer Average Days Supply5,174
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $222.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.49

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

Clinical Summary

A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims125.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills299.9
Peer Average Days Supply8,922
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $72.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.83

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

Clinical Summary

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 600
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims95.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills232.5
Peer Average Days Supply6,918
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $68.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.30

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

Clinical Summary

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims120.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills282.6
Peer Average Days Supply8,399
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $150.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.66

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

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 136
30-Day Fills 145.0
Days Supply 4,350
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills157.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,631
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 88.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $380.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.18

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

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims98.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills204.2
Peer Average Days Supply6,022
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $131.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.38

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

Clinical Summary

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Potassium Chloride

Generic Formulation: Potassium ChlorideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 82
30-Day Fills 84.0
Days Supply 1,393
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills140.1
Peer Average Days Supply4,038
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $610.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.55

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

Clinical Summary

A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like MEGAN M. WOOD APRN, AGACNP-BC provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Charleston, WV.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Acute Care** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.