MARCELLE MARIE ROUSSEAU M.D.
Prescription History 1619168317
Internal Medicine in New Orleans, LA
What does Dr. Rousseau prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Rousseau wrote 1,690 Medicare prescriptions for 53 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 170 prescriptions for 57 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 Dr. Rousseau prescribes.
Medications 53 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 Louisiana prescribers.
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 170 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 86% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (198). Medicare paid $5.21 per fill, versus $8.79 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 126 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 71% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $4.79 per fill, versus $5.05 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 103 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 84% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $16.18 per fill, versus $12.91 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 77 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 65% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $6.37 per fill, versus $8.96 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 67 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 65% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $6.05 per fill, versus $5.84 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 66 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $29.51 per fill, versus $30.08 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 59 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 36% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $6.42 per fill, versus $8.64 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 57 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $14.90 per fill, versus $18.16 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 51 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 79% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $16.25 per fill, versus $13.16 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 42 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $1,167.90 per fill, versus $1,187.13 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 40 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $6.21 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 40 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 34% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $3.79 per fill, versus $11.00 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 37 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 40% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $17.22 per fill, versus $11.41 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 34 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 23% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $8.45 per fill, versus $11.71 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 31 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 35% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $2.53 per fill, versus $3.79 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 31 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 24% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $12.02 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
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Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 29 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $9.81 per fill, versus $5.96 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 29 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 72% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,110.46 per fill, versus $1,206.99 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 25 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 32% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $5.43 per fill, versus $7.29 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 25 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 26% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $3.48 per fill, versus $4.24 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 25 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $13.43 per fill, versus $17.74 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
This medication is used to treat certain skin conditions (eczema, prurigo nodularis) and a certain esophagus problem (eosinophilic esophagitis).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 24 prescriptions for Dupixent Pen, about 66% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4,007.47 per fill, versus $3,957.85 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 24 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $139.09 per fill, versus $120.55 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 23 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 36% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $19.58 per fill, versus $8.29 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 23 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $24.91 per fill, versus $16.44 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 22 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 21% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $1,218.42 per fill, versus $758.12 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 22 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 26% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $27.16 per fill, versus $16.08 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 21 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $6.60 per fill, versus $11.15 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 20 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 30% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $1,369.97 per fill, versus $922.05 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 19 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 33% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $15.28 per fill, versus $8.63 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
Pravastatin 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 19 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $6.11 per fill, versus $12.41 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 19 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 29% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $24.52 per fill, versus $17.11 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 18 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 20% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $4.92 per fill, versus $9.34 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
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 18 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 79% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $13.79 per fill, versus $16.17 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 18 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.60 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 16 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 21% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $2.00 per fill, versus $9.23 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 15 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $29.07 per fill, versus $32.00 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 15 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 23% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.50 per fill, versus $9.25 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 15 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 29% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $9.98 per fill, versus $25.13 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 14 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $35.46 per fill, versus $27.20 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 14 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 21% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $5.65 per fill, versus $10.13 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 14 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.76 per fill, versus $11.85 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 14 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 29% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $4.11 per fill, versus $7.47 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 13 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 24% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.72 per fill, versus $12.19 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 13 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.87 per fill, versus $25.63 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 13 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $10.07 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 12 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 30% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.46 per fill, versus $7.23 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 12 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 18% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $3.55 per fill, versus $5.86 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 12 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $756.93 per fill, versus $649.97 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 11 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 23% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $32.48 per fill, versus $22.73 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 11 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 6% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $2.93 per fill, versus $9.96 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 11 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 23% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $14.10 per fill, versus $19.92 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Rousseau wrote 11 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 27% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $21.33 per fill, versus $14.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Rousseau’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Rousseau prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Rousseau's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (170), Amlodipine Besylate (126) and Gabapentin (103).
How does Dr. Rousseau's prescribing compare with other Louisiana prescribers?
Of the 53 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Rousseau prescribes 6 about as often than the typical Louisiana prescriber and 47 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Rousseau 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 Louisiana 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.
