ARTHUR POLUSSA M.D.
Prescription History 1629062021
Family Medicine in Los Gatos, CA
What does Dr. Polussa prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Polussa wrote 7,120 Medicare prescriptions for 100 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 554 prescriptions for 75 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. Polussa prescribes.
Medications 100 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 California 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 554 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $11.27 per fill, versus $10.47 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 436 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 7.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $16.98 per fill, versus $9.93 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 429 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $7.39 per fill, versus $7.08 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 307 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $11.62 per fill, versus $13.30 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 288 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $13.24 per fill, versus $9.26 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 244 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $7.58 per fill, versus $8.30 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 235 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $16.45 per fill, versus $14.23 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 219 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 4.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $35.80 per fill, versus $38.94 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 213 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 4.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $24.94 per fill, versus $24.98 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 192 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 3.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $8.35 per fill, versus $7.82 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 192 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $16.89 per fill, versus $15.02 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 163 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $8.57 per fill, versus $10.35 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 156 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $12.04 per fill, versus $12.47 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 154 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $19.60 per fill, versus $15.63 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 150 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $5.75 per fill, versus $6.39 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 146 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $8.78 per fill, versus $10.86 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 141 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.47 per fill, versus $19.69 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 137 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.02 per fill, versus $8.98 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 132 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $18.23 per fill, versus $13.84 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
This medication is used to treat severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 106 prescriptions for Methadone Hcl, about 3.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.52 per fill, versus $20.07 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 99 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $56.36 per fill, versus $37.33 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 91 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $11.86 per fill, versus $11.26 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 90 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 3.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $12.10 per fill, versus $18.90 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 87 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 3.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.26 per fill, versus $15.72 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, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 83 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $14.57 per fill, versus $9.59 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 71 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $14.47 per fill, versus $12.53 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 71 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.86 per fill, versus $11.14 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 68 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $3.91 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 64 prescriptions for Jardiance, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $483.32 per fill, versus $933.82 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 62 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $29.92 per fill, versus $24.00 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 61 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $34.89 per fill, versus $71.35 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 61 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $14.88 per fill, versus $12.42 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 61 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $512.73 per fill, versus $923.33 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 60 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $24.36 per fill, versus $14.75 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 53 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $26.05 per fill, versus $24.72 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 52 prescriptions for Januvia, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $423.65 per fill, versus $915.30 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, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 48 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $21.50 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 45 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $12.64 per fill, versus $6.52 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 44 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $10.89 per fill, versus $9.65 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 44 prescriptions for Ziprasidone Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $96.25 per fill, versus $60.41 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 40 prescriptions for Xarelto, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $357.57 per fill, versus $952.66 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 39 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $25.58 per fill, versus $13.85 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 38 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $10.03 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 36 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $33.77 per fill, versus $28.70 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 33 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $5.37 per fill, versus $8.89 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 scabies, a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 33 prescriptions for Permethrin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $68.51 per fill, versus $63.93 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 31 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $23.87 per fill, versus $22.98 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 31 prescriptions for Clozapine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $69.35 per fill, versus $76.09 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 31 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $12.66 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 30 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $556.54 per fill, versus $914.82 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 30 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $38.37 per fill, versus $33.95 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 anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 29 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $21.21 per fill, versus $13.30 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 28 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $19.90 per fill, versus $9.24 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 28 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $23.00 per fill, versus $21.39 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 26 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.52 per fill, versus $19.05 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 24 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $28.86 per fill, versus $13.87 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 24 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $18.13 per fill, versus $10.05 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
This medication 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 24 prescriptions for Timolol Maleate, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $13.74 per fill, versus $16.60 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 seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 24 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $53.36 per fill, versus $47.33 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 23 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $18.58 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 22 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $18.22 per fill, versus $14.34 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 22 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $265.29 per fill, versus $724.16 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
Fenofibrate 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 21 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 73% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.01 per fill, versus $23.43 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 21 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $59.10 per fill, versus $63.95 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 product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 20 prescriptions for Entresto, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $444.25 per fill, versus $1,043.51 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 20 prescriptions for Icosapent Ethyl, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $116.95 per fill, versus $209.56 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
Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 20 prescriptions for Lacosamide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $192.86 per fill, versus $135.98 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 seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 19 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $48.84 per fill, versus $51.64 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
Fosinopril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 19 prescriptions for Fosinopril Sodium, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.75 per fill, versus $19.82 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $18.90 per fill, versus $14.35 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 18 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $19.00 per fill, versus $6.71 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 18 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 11% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $24.34 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 17 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $44.00 per fill, versus $33.61 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 16 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $19.87 per fill, versus $25.68 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 16 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $6.32 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 15 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.91 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 15 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.35 per fill, versus $4.49 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 15 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $27.22 per fill, versus $54.61 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 treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 15 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $6.25 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 15 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4.29 per fill, versus $6.79 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 used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 15 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $11.55 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
This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 14 prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $133.48 per fill, versus $145.54 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
Demeclocycline is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 14 prescriptions for Demeclocycline Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $365.77 per fill, versus $530.31 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 schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 14 prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $28.70 per fill, versus $292.84 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 14 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $9.91 per fill, versus $14.67 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 California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 14 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $1,618.84 per fill, versus $1,230.75 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 12 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 24% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $0.98 per fill, versus $5.37 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 in women to treat pelvic pain and infertility due to a certain disorder (endometriosis) and also to treat breast pain/tenderness/nodules due to a certain breast condition (fibrocystic breast disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 12 prescriptions for Danazol, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $84.21 per fill, versus $222.26 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
Glyburide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 12 prescriptions for Glyburide, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $27.45 per fill, versus $11.30 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 product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 12 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $31.36 per fill, versus $31.59 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 manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 12 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $31.04 per fill, versus $18.09 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 12 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $12.63 per fill, versus $7.01 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 or prevent certain urinary tract infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.92 per fill, versus $31.66 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 11 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $37.25 per fill, versus $30.86 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
This product is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 11 prescriptions for Emtricitabine-Tenofovir Disop, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $73.34 per fill, versus $188.73 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 11 prescriptions for Haloperidol, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $47.57 per fill, versus $34.79 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 11 prescriptions for Klayesta, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $59.02 per fill, versus $47.25 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of breast cancer (such as hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 11 prescriptions for Letrozole, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $73.17 per fill, versus $22.86 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
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 11 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $83.11 per fill, versus $66.72 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
Dolutegravir is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Polussa wrote 11 prescriptions for Tivicay, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $2,332.17 per fill, versus $2,742.48 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. Polussa’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Polussa prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Polussa's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (554), Trazodone Hcl (436) and Amlodipine Besylate (429).
How does Dr. Polussa's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 100 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Polussa prescribes 35 more often than the typical California prescriber, 20 about as often and 45 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Polussa 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 California 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.
