DR. SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ DPM
Prescription History 1609866367
Podiatrist in Aibonito, PR

NPI Status: Active since October 25, 2005

Contact Information

EDIFICIO PROFESIONAL MENONITA
SUITE 302
AIBONITO, PR
ZIP 00705
Phone: (787) 630-0804
Fax: (787) 735-7390

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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 DR. SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ DPM, an active Podiatrist specialist practicing in Aibonito, PR. Our medical registry currently tracks 22 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,350 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Ciclopirox, which accounts for 512 claims alone.


Alclometasone Dipropionate

Generic Formulation: Alclometasone DipropionateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 344
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.7
Peer Average Days Supply547
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,075.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$76.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$57.80

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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Alclometasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a low- to medium-strength corticosteroid.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 128
30-Day Fills 128.0
Days Supply 1,078
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.6
Peer Average Days Supply229
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 341.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,245.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.20

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 fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 87
30-Day Fills 87.0
Days Supply 1,223
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims73.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,817
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $316.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.82

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 GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission.

Therapeutic Applications

Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Betamethasone Valerate

Generic Formulation: Betamethasone ValerateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 325
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.5
Peer Average Days Supply821
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $549.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.97

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 17-valerate derivative of BETAMETHASONE. It has substantial topical anti-inflammatory activity and relatively low systemic anti-inflammatory activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a medium-strength corticosteroid.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 77
30-Day Fills 77.0
Days Supply 568
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.8
Peer Average Days Supply255
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 120.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $394.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.40

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 cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Ciclopirox

Generic Formulation: Ciclopirox OlamineSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 512
30-Day Fills 531.5
Days Supply 13,534
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,126
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,063.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12,164.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.54

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 and pyridinone derivative that is used for the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and nails, and for treatment of VAGINAL YEAST INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails. It is used as part of a treatment program that may include the removal of unattached, infected nails by a health care professional. Ciclopirox works by stopping the growth of fungus.

Ciclopirox

Generic Formulation: CiclopiroxSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 327
30-Day Fills 327.0
Days Supply 7,902
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,126
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 643.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,289.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.35

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.54

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 and pyridinone derivative that is used for the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and nails, and for treatment of VAGINAL YEAST INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails. It is used as part of a treatment program that may include the removal of unattached, infected nails by a health care professional. Ciclopirox works by stopping the growth of fungus.

Clindamycin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 158
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.5
Peer Average Days Supply233
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $193.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.17

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

Clinical Summary

An antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN.

Therapeutic Applications

Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 433
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.5
Peer Average Days Supply788
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,193.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$70.21

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$84.34

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 PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Clotrimazole-Betamethasone

Generic Formulation: Clotrimazole/Betamethasone DipSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 710
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,334
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $702.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.59

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 24.7
Days Supply 607
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims91.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills105.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,454
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $393.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.54

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 (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Diclofenac Sodium Er

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 585
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,264
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,036.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$57.56

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 (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Fluocinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Fluocinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 46.0
Days Supply 1,177
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,031
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,733.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$105.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$123.90

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 glucocorticoid derivative used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. It is usually employed as a cream, gel, lotion, or ointment. It has also been used topically in the treatment of inflammatory eye, ear, and nose disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p732)

Therapeutic Applications

This shampoo is used to treat severe dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis). Fluocinolone reduces the swelling, itching, flaking, and redness that can occur with dandruff. This medication is a low- to medium-strength corticosteroid.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 74
30-Day Fills 82.0
Days Supply 2,460
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims262.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills390.8
Peer Average Days Supply11,611
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $337.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.48

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.

Itraconazole

Generic Formulation: ItraconazoleSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 155
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.3
Peer Average Days Supply587
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,446.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$163.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$196.75

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 triazole antifungal agent that inhibits cytochrome P-450-dependent enzymes required for ERGOSTEROL synthesis.

Therapeutic Applications

Itraconazole is used to treat a variety of fungal infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as azole antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungi.

Ketorolac Tromethamine

Generic Formulation: Ketorolac TromethamineSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 41
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 185
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,233
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $441.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.27

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 pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to prevent and treat eye swelling due to a certain type of eye surgery (cataract removal). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 136
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.2
Peer Average Days Supply415
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $273.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.44

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 PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 265
30-Day Fills 265.0
Days Supply 3,195
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.5
Peer Average Days Supply498
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 546.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,089.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.54

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 topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Nabumetone

Generic Formulation: NabumetoneSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 152
30-Day Fills 152.0
Days Supply 2,250
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,506
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 141.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,471.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.73

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 butanone non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX2) inhibitor that is used in the management of pain associated with OSTEOARTHRITIS and RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 531
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,242
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $183.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.44

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 synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Terbinafine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Terbinafine HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 369
30-Day Fills 369.0
Days Supply 10,926
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,300
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 596.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,934.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.82

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail). It works by stopping the growth of fungus. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as antifungals.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 200
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.3
Peer Average Days Supply608
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $300.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.87

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

Clinical Summary

An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

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 DR. SAMUEL ALVAREZ GONZALEZ DPM provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Aibonito, PR.

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 **Podiatrist** 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.