CARMELO HERRERO M.D.
Prescription History 1619078607
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Henderson, NV
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CARMELO HERRERO M.D., an active Gastroenterology specialist practicing in Henderson, NV. Our medical registry currently tracks 22 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 890 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Pantoprazole Sodium, which accounts for 309 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other NV PrescribersVs. NV Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 309 | $11.46▼ below NV avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2023, this provider wrote 309 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 5.4 times the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (57). Medicare paid an average of $11.46 per fill, versus $15.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 648 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 19,424 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Famotidine | 120 | $11.94 | ▲ More than typical |
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2023, this provider wrote 120 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 11 times the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (11). Medicare paid an average of $11.94 per fill, versus $6.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 212 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,334 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lactulose | 50 | $29.56 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lactulose: This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation. Show more ▾ It may help to increase the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days you have a bowel movement. Lactulose is a colonic acidifier that works by increasing stool water content and softening the stool. It is a man-made sugar solution. A synthetic disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887) In 2023, this provider wrote 50 Medicare prescriptions for Lactulose, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $29.56 per fill, versus $23.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 80.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,395 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ClenpiqSod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac | 41 | $175.98 | ≈ Typical |
About Clenpiq: Sodium picosulfate/magnesium oxide/citric acid solution is used to clean out the intestines before surgery or certain procedures (such as colonoscopy, X-rays). Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into your intestines and stimulating the colon. This causes watery bowel movements (diarrhea). Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the inside of your colon. In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Clenpiq, about the same volume as the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $175.98 per fill, versus $169.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 41 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 45 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omeprazole | 40 | $10.65▼ below NV avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (81). Medicare paid an average of $10.65 per fill, versus $14.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 79 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,356 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gavilyte-GPeg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl | 33 | $14.22▼ below NV avg | ≈ Typical |
About Gavilyte-G: PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure. In 2023, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Gavilyte-G, about the same volume as the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $14.22 per fill, versus $14.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 76 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gavilyte-CPeg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl | 29 | $16.88 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Gavilyte-C: PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Gavilyte-C, about 64% of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (45). Medicare paid an average of $16.88 per fill, versus $15.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 29 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| PlenvuPeg3350/Sod Sul/Nacl/Kcl/Asb/C | 29 | $147.95 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Plenvu: PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Plenvu, about 74% of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $147.95 per fill, versus $139.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 73 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag SulfSodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates | 23 | $75.98▼ below NV avg | ≈ Typical |
About Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf: Sodium/potassium/magnesium sulfate solution is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf, about 88% of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $75.98 per fill, versus $80.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 26 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LinzessLinaclotide | 23 | $923.95 | ≈ Typical |
About Linzess: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Linzess, about 82% of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $923.95 per fill, versus $836.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sucralfate | 22 | $71.86 | ≈ Typical |
About Sucralfate: This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Show more ▾ Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Sucralfate, about the same volume as the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $71.86 per fill, versus $66.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 772 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ZenpepLipase/Protease/Amylase | 22 | $2,708.16 | ▲ More than typical |
About Zenpep: This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food. Show more ▾ It is used in conditions where the pancreas cannot make or does not release enough digestive enzymes into the small intestines to digest the food (conditions such as chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, cancer of the pancreas, post-pancreatectomy, post-gastrointestinal bypass surgery). In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Zenpep, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (15). Medicare paid an average of $2,708.16 per fill, versus $2,199.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Furosemide | 20 | $4.66▼ below NV avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about a third of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $4.66 per fill, versus $6.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,200 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Peg 3350-ElectrolyteSodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg | 17 | $22.20 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Peg 3350-Electrolyte: PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Peg 3350-Electrolyte, about a third of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $22.20 per fill, versus $21.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 27 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Spironolactone | 17 | $12.45▼ below NV avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Spironolactone: Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic). A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827) In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $12.45 per fill, versus $14.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 870 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mesalamine ErMesalamine | 15 | $211.49▼ below NV avg | ≈ Typical |
About Mesalamine Er: This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). Show more ▾ It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon. An anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the SALICYLATES, which is active in INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. It is considered to be the active moiety of SULPHASALAZINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed) In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Mesalamine Er, about 83% of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $211.49 per fill, versus $525.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nadolol | 14 | $23.83▼ below NV avg | ≈ Typical |
About Nadolol: Nadolol is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. In the management of chest pain, nadolol may also help to reduce the frequency of chest pain episodes and improve your ability to exercise. Nadolol belongs to a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances such as adrenaline (epinephrine) on the heart and blood vessels. This results in a lowering of heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist with a long half-life, used in cardiovascular disease to treat arrhythmias, angina pectoris, and hypertension. Nadolol is also used for MIGRAINE DISORDERS and for tremor. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Nadolol, about the same volume as the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (13). Medicare paid an average of $23.83 per fill, versus $44.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 720 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ConstuloseLactulose | 14 | $28.32 | ≈ Typical |
About Constulose: This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation. Show more ▾ It may help to increase the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days you have a bowel movement. Lactulose is a colonic acidifier that works by increasing stool water content and softening the stool. It is a man-made sugar solution. A synthetic disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887) In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Constulose, about 88% of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $28.32 per fill, versus $19.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 14.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 426 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 14 | $7.63▼ below NV avg | ≈ Typical |
About Metoclopramide Hcl: Metoclopramide is used by diabetic patients who have poor emptying of their stomachs (gastroparesis). Show more ▾ Treating gastroparesis can decrease symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and stomach/abdominal fullness. Metoclopramide works by blocking a natural substance (dopamine). It speeds up stomach emptying and movement of the upper intestines. This drug is not recommended for use in children due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as muscle spasms/uncontrolled muscle movements). Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. A dopamine D2 antagonist that is used as an antiemetic. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about 78% of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $7.63 per fill, versus $8.54 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 420 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 13 | $9.94▼ below NV avg | ▼ Less than typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $9.94 per fill, versus $20.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 414 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| SutabSod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf | 13 | $169.66 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sutab: This product is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). Show more ▾ It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Sutab, about a third of the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $169.66 per fill, versus $166.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 24 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mesalamine | 12 | $564.27▼ below NV avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Mesalamine: This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). Show more ▾ It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon. An anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the SALICYLATES, which is active in INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. It is considered to be the active moiety of SULPHASALAZINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed) In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Mesalamine, about half the volume of the typical Nevada prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $564.27 per fill, versus $639.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average NV prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the NV average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 540 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for CARMELO HERRERO M.D. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Gastroenterology prescribing approach at this Henderson, NV practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among NV prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
