DR. WILLIAM BLAIR TOWNSEND M.D.
Prescription History 1619231321
Urology in Charlotte, NC

NPI Status: Active since June 27, 2012

Contact Information

325 HAWTHORNE LN STE 300
CHARLOTTE, NC
ZIP 28204
Phone: (704) 372-5180
Fax: (704) 376-6280

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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. WILLIAM BLAIR TOWNSEND M.D., an active Urology specialist practicing in Charlotte, NC. Our medical registry currently tracks 23 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,549 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Erleada, which accounts for 429 claims alone.


Abiraterone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Abiraterone AcetateSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 128
30-Day Fills 128.0
Days Supply 3,840
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,217
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 220.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $417,658.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,262.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,669.87

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 androstene derivative that inhibits STEROID 17-ALPHA-HYDROXYLASE and is used as an ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENT in the treatment of metastatic castration-resistant PROSTATE CANCER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat prostate cancer. Abiraterone belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-androgens (anti-testosterone). Testosterone, a natural hormone, helps prostate cancer to grow and spread. Abiraterone works by blocking the production of testosterone, thereby slowing the growth and spread of prostate cancer. This medication should not be given to women or children.

Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 118
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.7
Peer Average Days Supply383
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 156.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $98.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.60

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

See also Warning section. This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Bicalutamide

Generic Formulation: BicalutamideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 46.0
Days Supply 1,380
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,202
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $961.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.50

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

Bicalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer. This medication works by blocking the action of male hormones in the prostate, slowing the growth of cancer cells. This medication should not be used in women and children.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 638
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.0
Peer Average Days Supply345
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $245.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.88

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.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 150
30-Day Fills 150.0
Days Supply 526
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply251
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 455.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $613.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.68

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 broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Diazepam

Generic Formulation: DiazepamSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 57
30-Day Fills 57.0
Days Supply 65
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.4
Peer Average Days Supply781
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 90.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $47.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$0.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.22

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 benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.

Erleada

Generic Formulation: ApalutamideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 429
30-Day Fills 443.0
Days Supply 13,290
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.8
Peer Average Days Supply894
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,379.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,698,535.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15,614.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14,189.19

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

Apalutamide is used to treat men with prostate cancer. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-androgens (anti-testosterone). It works by blocking the effects of testosterone to slow the growth and spread of prostate cancer.

Finasteride

Generic Formulation: FinasterideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 111
30-Day Fills 283.0
Days Supply 8,490
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills124.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,684
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 113.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,296.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.00

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 orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication.

Gemtesa

Generic Formulation: VibegronSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,800
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,327
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $29,526.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$738.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$644.92

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 overactive bladder. Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine that causes a sudden urge to urinate. The urge may be hard to control, and overactive bladder symptoms may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Vibegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 31.4
Days Supply 345
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.4
Peer Average Days Supply224
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $357.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.85

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 L-isomer of Ofloxacin.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Levofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Levofloxacin injection is used if you cannot take the medication by mouth. 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.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 47.5
Days Supply 1,362
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.4
Peer Average Days Supply244
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,104.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.55

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 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.

Myrbetriq

Generic Formulation: MirabegronSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 56.0
Days Supply 1,680
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,787
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $29,210.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$663.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$613.71

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 certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Overactive bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). Mirabegron works by relaxing a certain bladder muscle (detrusor), which helps the bladder hold more urine and lessens symptoms of overactive bladder and neurogenic detrusor overactivity.

Nubeqa

Generic Formulation: DarolutamideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 282
30-Day Fills 294.0
Days Supply 8,820
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.6
Peer Average Days Supply887
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 872.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,034,895.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14,308.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12,523.88

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

Darolutamide is used to treat a certain type of prostate cancer. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-androgens (anti-testosterone). It works by blocking the effects of testosterone to slow the growth and spread of prostate cancer.

Orgovyx

Generic Formulation: RelugolixSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,089
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,067
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $99,972.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,701.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,625.90

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Relugolix is used to treat prostate cancer in men. It is not a cure. Most types of prostate cancer need the male hormone testosterone to grow and spread. Relugolix works by reducing the amount of testosterone that the body makes. This helps slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.

Oxybutynin Chloride

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 817
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,301
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $471.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.11

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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Oxybutynin Chloride Er

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 42.3
Days Supply 1,067
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,599
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $503.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.26

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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 230
30-Day Fills 303.0
Days Supply 8,775
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.9
Peer Average Days Supply992
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 351.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,242.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.87

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

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.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 54
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 302
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.7
Peer Average Days Supply411
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 116.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $205.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.55

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 drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 194
30-Day Fills 444.9
Days Supply 13,244
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills174.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,152
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 145.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,613.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.98

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

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Testosterone Cypionate

Generic Formulation: Testosterone CypionateSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 28.9
Days Supply 846
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,133
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $476.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.07

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 in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone. In males, testosterone is responsible for many normal functions, including growth and development of the genitals, muscles, and bones. It also helps cause normal sexual development (puberty) in boys. Testosterone belongs to a class of drugs known as androgens. It works by affecting many body systems so that the body can develop and function normally. Testosterone may also be used in certain adolescent boys to cause puberty in those with delayed puberty. It may also be used to treat certain types of breast cancer in women.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 94
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,275
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $55.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.50

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 narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Xtandi

Generic Formulation: EnzalutamideSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 337
30-Day Fills 337.0
Days Supply 10,110
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,107
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 836.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,883,408.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14,490.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13,067.71

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

Enzalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-androgens (anti-testosterone). It works by blocking the effects of testosterone to slow the growth and spread of prostate cancer.

Yonsa

Generic Formulation: Abiraterone Acet,submicronizedSpecialty: Urology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 175
30-Day Fills 177.0
Days Supply 5,310
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.0
Peer Average Days Supply840
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 548.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,910,924.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10,919.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10,296.66

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 men with prostate cancer. Abiraterone belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-androgens (anti-testosterone). Testosterone, a natural hormone, helps prostate cancer to grow and spread. Abiraterone works by blocking the production of testosterone, which helps slow down the growth and spread of prostate cancer. This medication should not be used by women or children.

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. WILLIAM BLAIR TOWNSEND M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Charlotte, NC.

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 **Urology** 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.