BRENDA G HOWLAND M.D.
Prescription History 1619081452
Internal Medicine in Cottonwood, AZ

NPI Status: Active since August 18, 2006

Contact Information

450 S WILLARD ST
SUITE 115
COTTONWOOD, AZ
ZIP 86326
Phone: (928) 634-5551
Fax: (928) 634-5604

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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 BRENDA G HOWLAND M.D., an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Cottonwood, AZ. Our medical registry currently tracks 10 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 178 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Levothyroxine Sodium, which accounts for 39 claims alone.


Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 1,770
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims117.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills302.9
Peer Average Days Supply9,037
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $250.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.41

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 long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 129
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.3
Peer Average Days Supply228
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $198.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.21

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.

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 334
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,320
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $115.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.53

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 anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 540
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills136.2
Peer Average Days Supply4,059
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $196.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.40

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 ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

Therapeutic Applications

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). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims84.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills145.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,266
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $508.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.55

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.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 101.0
Days Supply 3,030
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims150.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills384.1
Peer Average Days Supply11,408
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $843.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.89

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 major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims122.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills318.8
Peer Average Days Supply9,516
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 89.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $143.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.08

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

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 1,020
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims107.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills285.5
Peer Average Days Supply8,533
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 88.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $153.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.21

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 antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Ozempic

Generic Formulation: SemaglutideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 19.1
Days Supply 552
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,569
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $19,096.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,364.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,403.82

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

Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 795
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims66.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills122.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,587
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $359.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.75

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

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 BRENDA G HOWLAND M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Cottonwood, AZ.

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 **Internal Medicine** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.