CHRISTINE L MATTHEWS PA C
Prescription History 1629097621
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Longview, WA
What does Christine Matthews prescribe?
In 2024, Christine Matthews wrote 566 Medicare prescriptions for 22 medications. The most prescribed was Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (albuterol sulfate), with 79 prescriptions for 64 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 Christine Matthews prescribes.
Medications 22 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 Washington prescribers.
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 Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 79 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $42.32 per fill, versus $29.37 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 68 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $12.95 per fill, versus $17.76 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 55 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.33 per fill, versus $5.30 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 48 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $15.74 per fill, versus $16.72 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 42 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $10.39 per fill, versus $10.74 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 27 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.77 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
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 Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 22 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 85% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.79 per fill, versus $15.16 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 21 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 86% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $14.92 per fill, versus $19.72 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 19 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 70% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.36 per fill, versus $7.46 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 Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 19 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $4.65 per fill, versus $12.55 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 18 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.67 per fill, versus $10.11 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 18 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 23% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $16.85 per fill, versus $15.28 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 control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 16 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about 75% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $222.88 per fill, versus $314.71 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 16 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about 67% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $17.87 per fill, versus $40.33 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 15 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 64% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $81.08 per fill, versus $105.03 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 13 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 13% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $1.10 per fill, versus $10.71 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 12 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.92 per fill, versus $7.99 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 65% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $4.91 per fill, versus $11.98 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 12 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $20.29 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 12 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $17.67 per fill, versus $37.88 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 Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 11 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 19% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $1.85 per fill, versus $6.29 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
Beclomethasone is used to prevent and control symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Christine Matthews wrote 11 prescriptions for Qvar Redihaler, about 70% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $283.21 per fill, versus $316.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Christine Matthews’s prescriptions
What does Christine Matthews prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Christine Matthews's most prescribed medications were Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (79), Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (68) and Prednisone (55).
How does Christine Matthews's prescribing compare with other Washington prescribers?
Of the 22 medications with a state comparison, Christine Matthews prescribes 5 more often than the typical Washington prescriber, 3 about as often and 14 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Christine Matthews 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 Washington 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.
