CARL WOODROW CHRISTENSEN MD
Prescription History 1598703621
Family Medicine - Addiction Medicine in Ypsilanti, MI

NPI Status: Active since June 02, 2006

Contact Information

4870 W CLARK RD STE 201
YPSILANTI, MI
ZIP 48197
Phone: (734) 434-6600
Fax: (313) 447-2244

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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 CARL WOODROW CHRISTENSEN MD, an active Addiction Medicine specialist practicing in Ypsilanti, MI. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 506 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Buprenorphine-Naloxone, which accounts for 212 claims alone.


Amitriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amitriptyline HclSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,444
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $115.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.84

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 mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain.

Buprenorphine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine HclSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,119
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,053.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$70.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$59.82

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

Buprenorphine is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Buprenorphine-Naloxone

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone HclSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 212
30-Day Fills 246.4
Days Supply 7,219
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims82.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills84.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,955
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 158.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $51,323.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$242.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$191.52

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 contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 585
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,201
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $36.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.22

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

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 56.0
Days Supply 1,670
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims87.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills124.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,567
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $627.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.33

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 cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 1,604
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims94.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills95.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,065
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,503.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.98

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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,008
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $71.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.59

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Therapeutic Applications

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Morphine Sulfate

Generic Formulation: Morphine SulfateSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.2
Peer Average Days Supply522
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $806.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.24

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

The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat severe pain. Morphine belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Naloxone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Naloxone HclSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 657
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.0
Peer Average Days Supply741
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,945.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$92.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$89.91

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 specific opiate antagonist that has no agonist activity. It is a competitive antagonist at mu, delta, and kappa opioid receptors.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose. Serious opioid overdose symptoms may include unusual sleepiness, unusual difficulty waking up, or breathing problems (ranging from slow/shallow breathing to no breathing). Other symptoms of overdose may include very small pinpoint pupils, slow heartbeat, or low blood pressure. If someone has serious overdose symptoms but you are not sure if the symptoms are due to overdose, give this medication right away anyway, since lasting slow/shallow breathing may cause permanent damage to the brain or death. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid antagonists. It works by blocking the effects of the opioid in the brain. This medication may not work as well to block the effects of certain types of opioids (mixed agonist/antagonists such as buprenorphine, pentazocine). With these types of opioids, blocking may be incomplete or you may need a higher dose of naloxone. The effects of naloxone will not last as long as the effects of the opioid. Since treatment with this medication is not long lasting, be sure to get medical help right away after giving the first dose of naloxone. Treatment of opioid overdose should also include breathing treatment (such as oxygen given through tubes in the nose, mechanical ventilation, artificial respiration).

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 344
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.3
Peer Average Days Supply733
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $225.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.62

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 semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 262
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,502
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $192.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.43

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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Suboxone

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone HclSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.9
Peer Average Days Supply780
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $22,585.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$868.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$497.38

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it.

Sumatriptan Succinate

Generic Formulation: Sumatriptan SuccinateSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.4
Peer Average Days Supply635
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $140.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.65

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 serotonin agonist that acts selectively at 5HT1 receptors. It is used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS.

Therapeutic Applications

Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines and cluster headaches. It helps to relieve pain and other symptoms of migraines/headaches including sensitivity to light or sound, nausea, and vomiting. Prompt treatment allows you to get back to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. It does not prevent future migraines/headaches or reduce how often you may get a headache. Sumatriptan belongs to a group of drugs called triptans. It affects a certain natural chemical (serotonin) that constricts blood vessels in the brain. It may also block other pain pathways in the brain.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
MI State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,130
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MI. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $161.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.15

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

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 CARL WOODROW CHRISTENSEN MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Ypsilanti, MI.

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 **Addiction Medicine** 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.