DR. JONATHAN NICHOLAS PUMILIA M.D.
Prescription History 1598146607
Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, TN
What does Dr. Pumilia prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Pumilia wrote 2,895 Medicare prescriptions for 75 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 207 prescriptions for 84 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. Pumilia prescribes.
Medications 75 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 207 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $11.96 per fill, versus $10.30 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 151 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (149). Medicare paid $4.49 per fill, versus $5.21 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 119 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $21.78 per fill, versus $27.69 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 114 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 89% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $23.22 per fill, versus $12.39 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 99 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 79% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $20.76 per fill, versus $12.52 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 94 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (172). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $8.49 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 93 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,400.55 per fill, versus $1,248.49 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 86 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $11.60 per fill, versus $10.09 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 79 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 81% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $11.46 per fill, versus $12.17 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 76 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $24.35 per fill, versus $23.18 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 76 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 61% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $5.91 per fill, versus $5.99 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 69 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $7.68 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 68 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $6.62 per fill, versus $6.35 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 63 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $15.70 per fill, versus $14.80 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 63 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $14.46 per fill, versus $13.46 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 52 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $5.52 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 50 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $3.36 per fill, versus $4.38 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 44 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 69% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $9.39 per fill, versus $8.75 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 43 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 83% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,176.78 per fill, versus $1,222.08 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 42 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 76% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.44 per fill, versus $6.81 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 41 prescriptions for Farxiga, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,094.95 per fill, versus $896.46 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 40 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $8.38 per fill, versus $10.70 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 37 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $2.59 per fill, versus $3.96 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 37 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $19.50 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 36 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 88% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $19.41 per fill, versus $22.17 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 36 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $4.68 per fill, versus $6.85 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 35 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,379.81 per fill, versus $973.79 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 35 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $5.28 per fill, versus $8.57 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 34 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $30.79 per fill, versus $41.72 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 33 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $10.18 per fill, versus $9.74 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 medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 33 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 34% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $19.92 per fill, versus $13.51 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 31 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $18.54 per fill, versus $25.24 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 31 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $24.18 per fill, versus $20.54 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 30 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.08 per fill, versus $11.29 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 29 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 30% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $6.90 per fill, versus $4.66 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 28 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 40% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $10.22 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 26 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 26% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $20.01 per fill, versus $19.65 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 26 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 31% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $4.48 per fill, versus $5.88 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 26 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 32% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $18.97 per fill, versus $17.21 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 23 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $37.05 per fill, versus $30.19 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 23 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 35% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $18.23 per fill, versus $13.93 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 23 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 34% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $3.23 per fill, versus $4.10 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 21 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $5.76 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 21 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $21.76 per fill, versus $34.23 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 21 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $32.71 per fill, versus $20.81 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 20 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 33% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $16.48 per fill, versus $10.36 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 19 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 42% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.58 per fill, versus $7.69 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 depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 19 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $15.11 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 19 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 73% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $64.70 per fill, versus $20.13 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 medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 19 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $12.66 per fill, versus $15.01 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 19 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 34% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $15.33 per fill, versus $14.04 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 19 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 42% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,525.02 per fill, versus $864.88 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 18 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 35% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $12.01 per fill, versus $8.83 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 used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 18 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $12.06 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 16 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $4.92 per fill, versus $7.46 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 16 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.74 per fill, versus $17.02 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $14.67 per fill, versus $17.00 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 15 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 38% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $13.72 per fill, versus $18.31 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 15 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $13.93 per fill, versus $10.80 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 15 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 28% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $4.87 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 14 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $30.40 per fill, versus $17.50 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 14 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,122.83 per fill, versus $788.47 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 14 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 20% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $7.54 per fill, versus $7.18 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 14 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $804.53 per fill, versus $1,134.24 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 along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 13 prescriptions for Chlorhexidine Gluconate, about 24% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $8.01 per fill, versus $4.10 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 13 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 25% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $37.97 per fill, versus $25.58 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 13 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 36% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.83 per fill, versus $11.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 13 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 69% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $55.21 per fill, versus $93.09 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 12 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 31% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $149.10 per fill, versus $130.06 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 depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 12 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 22% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $20.67 per fill, versus $18.48 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 12 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $20.10 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 12 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about 63% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $34.94 per fill, versus $79.32 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 11 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 25% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $22.99 per fill, versus $14.02 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 used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $5.71 per fill, versus $14.26 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Pumilia wrote 11 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $59.68 per fill, versus $71.04 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. Pumilia’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Pumilia prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Pumilia's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (207), Amlodipine Besylate (151) and Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (119).
How does Dr. Pumilia's prescribing compare with other Tennessee prescribers?
Of the 75 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Pumilia prescribes 2 more often than the typical Tennessee prescriber, 17 about as often and 56 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Pumilia 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 Tennessee 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.
