MRS. KATHERINE THERESE GANSEN ARNP, FNP-BC
Prescription History 1609024652
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Manchester, IA
What does Katherine Gansen prescribe?
In 2024, Katherine Gansen wrote 6,984 Medicare prescriptions for 123 medications. The most prescribed was Furosemide, with 465 prescriptions for 76 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 Katherine Gansen prescribes.
Medications 123 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 Iowa prescribers.
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 465 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $6.66 per fill, versus $4.50 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 344 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (188). Medicare paid $10.46 per fill, versus $8.33 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 217 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $18.29 per fill, versus $21.21 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 209 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (128). Medicare paid $10.67 per fill, versus $10.20 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 207 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $7.48 per fill, versus $5.48 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 192 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $14.69 per fill, versus $11.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 181 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $8.57 per fill, versus $7.92 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 179 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $12.74 per fill, versus $12.10 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 173 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $15.03 per fill, versus $17.35 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 170 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 76% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (225). Medicare paid $14.05 per fill, versus $8.00 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 170 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $17.02 per fill, versus $16.77 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 168 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $12.18 per fill, versus $10.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 162 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (147). Medicare paid $8.03 per fill, versus $5.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 158 prescriptions for Autoshield Duo Pen Needle, about 6.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $99.57 per fill, versus $99.32 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 137 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $18.66 per fill, versus $18.57 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 136 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $17.61 per fill, versus $13.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 132 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.12 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
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 113 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $466.26 per fill, versus $748.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 107 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $8.29 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 101 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $5.26 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 96 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $8.64 per fill, versus $10.24 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 88 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.72 per fill, versus $14.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 85 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.02 per fill, versus $6.78 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 85 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $17.65 per fill, versus $17.39 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 74 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $10.17 per fill, versus $7.52 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 70 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $10.21 per fill, versus $10.61 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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 69 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $8.56 per fill, versus $8.25 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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 66 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 81% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $4.99 per fill, versus $3.20 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 65 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $70.85 per fill, versus $35.01 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 65 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $12.49 per fill, versus $10.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 63 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $27.23 per fill, versus $18.80 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 61 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.82 per fill, versus $3.46 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 57 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $23.36 per fill, versus $18.17 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 57 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $29.38 per fill, versus $11.31 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
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 53 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $346.11 per fill, versus $495.94 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
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Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 53 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $8.42 per fill, versus $6.98 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 51 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.75 per fill, versus $8.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 48 prescriptions for Xarelto, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $539.21 per fill, versus $834.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 47 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $17.00 per fill, versus $21.49 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 depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 47 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $33.12 per fill, versus $9.08 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 depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 45 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $18.78 per fill, versus $19.61 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 aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 42 prescriptions for Novolog, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $80.27 per fill, versus $186.64 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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 41 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 73% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $16.75 per fill, versus $11.69 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 39 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $6.77 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 38 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.85 per fill, versus $24.49 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 combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 38 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 65% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $19.04 per fill, versus $29.41 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 38 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $12.48 per fill, versus $21.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 38 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $48.21 per fill, versus $33.09 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 38 prescriptions for Torsemide, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $25.79 per fill, versus $17.77 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 37 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $12.11 per fill, versus $6.38 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 37 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 68% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $14.31 per fill, versus $11.11 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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 36 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 90% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.61 per fill, versus $5.51 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 36 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 63% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.89 per fill, versus $8.98 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 36 prescriptions for Insulin Aspart Flexpen, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $152.62 per fill, versus $162.48 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 to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 36 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.65 per fill, versus $7.99 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 35 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $74.15 per fill, versus $106.18 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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 35 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 87% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $106.67 per fill, versus $123.94 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 34 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.24 per fill, versus $7.61 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 34 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $107.06 per fill, versus $99.13 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 32 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $43.78 per fill, versus $10.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metolazone is a "water pill" (diuretic) that increases the amount of urine you make, which causes your body to get rid of excess water.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 31 prescriptions for Metolazone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $14.50 per fill, versus $16.19 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
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 31 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $65.50 per fill, versus $61.33 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 30 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.83 per fill, versus $5.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 29 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $36.68 per fill, versus $16.68 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 29 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 73% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.50 per fill, versus $5.81 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 29 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $15.36 per fill, versus $16.47 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 29 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 23% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $15.91 per fill, versus $9.98 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 28 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 62% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $21.27 per fill, versus $13.74 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 27 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $162.02 per fill, versus $244.88 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 27 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 63% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.00 per fill, versus $30.29 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 27 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.77 per fill, versus $15.81 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 26 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $23.37 per fill, versus $9.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 26 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $24.58 per fill, versus $21.62 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 25 prescriptions for Risperidone, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $11.91 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 25 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 28% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $7.03 per fill, versus $6.13 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 25 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $24.21 per fill, versus $17.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 24 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $97.17 per fill, versus $22.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 24 prescriptions for Nystop, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $19.87 per fill, versus $29.49 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 alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 24 prescriptions for Primidone, about 83% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $17.02 per fill, versus $23.48 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 24 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.03 per fill, versus $15.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 23 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 37% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $10.17 per fill, versus $7.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 22 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $6.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 22 prescriptions for Risperdal Consta, about 78% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $639.47 per fill, versus $1,219.23 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 21 prescriptions for Insulin Aspart, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $80.42 per fill, versus $93.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 20 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $293.15 per fill, versus $527.80 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 20 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 40% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $7.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 20 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $13.45 per fill, versus $11.69 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
Acetic acid is used to treat an outer ear infection (external otitis).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 19 prescriptions for Acetic Acid, about 85% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $11.77 per fill, versus $17.72 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 19 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 35% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $6.64 per fill, versus $6.72 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 19 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $9.88 per fill, versus $12.58 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 19 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 81% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $166.38 per fill, versus $222.94 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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 19 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $112.57 per fill, versus $27.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 19 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $9.59 per fill, versus $16.11 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 along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 18 prescriptions for Chlorhexidine Gluconate, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.25 per fill, versus $4.83 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 anxiety.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 18 prescriptions for Lorazepam Intensol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $34.48 per fill, versus $33.20 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 18 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 66% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.47 per fill, versus $7.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 18 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 78% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $101.97 per fill, versus $15.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 17 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 34% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $170.43 per fill, versus $65.48 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 30% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $6.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 16 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $35.40 per fill, versus $49.31 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 16 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 39% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $20.35 per fill, versus $17.35 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
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Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 16 prescriptions for Loperamide, about 82% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $15.67 per fill, versus $19.05 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
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 15 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $18.72 per fill, versus $22.02 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 14 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 32% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $5.35 per fill, versus $6.93 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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 14 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 27% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $23.98 per fill, versus $3.75 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 14 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $150.30 per fill, versus $225.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 14 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 64% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $25.81 per fill, versus $17.65 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 a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 13 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.38 per fill, versus $5.36 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about 19% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $9.02 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 33% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.97 per fill, versus $28.42 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 or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $140.13 per fill, versus $48.10 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $40.18 per fill, versus $55.86 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
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $11.63 per fill, versus $19.33 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.91 per fill, versus $14.61 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $13.16 per fill, versus $24.24 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $124.47 per fill, versus $81.62 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 21% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.28 per fill, versus $8.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Thyroid hormone is used to treat underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Np Thyroid, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $32.08 per fill, versus $47.42 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
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $44.33 per fill, versus $48.91 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 34% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $22.66 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 depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 12 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $25.60 per fill, versus $22.42 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 11 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $11.75 per fill, versus $23.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Iowa prescribers
Katherine Gansen wrote 11 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 40% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $58.17 per fill, versus $61.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Katherine Gansen’s prescriptions
What does Katherine Gansen prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Katherine Gansen's most prescribed medications were Furosemide (465), Levothyroxine Sodium (344) and Potassium Chloride (217).
How does Katherine Gansen's prescribing compare with other Iowa prescribers?
Of the 123 medications with a state comparison, Katherine Gansen prescribes 36 more often than the typical Iowa prescriber, 33 about as often and 54 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Katherine Gansen 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 Iowa 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.
