DR. JEFFREY T SCHNELL DPM
Prescription History 1649425331
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Somerset, KY

NPI Status: Active since November 21, 2008

Contact Information

117 TRADEPARK DR
SOMERSET, KY
ZIP 42503
Phone: (606) 679-2773
Fax: (606) 679-4626

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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. JEFFREY T SCHNELL DPM, an active Foot & Ankle Surgery specialist practicing in Somerset, KY. Our medical registry currently tracks 18 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,004 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Ketoconazole, which accounts for 232 claims alone.


Allopurinol

Generic Formulation: AllopurinolSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,110
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills120.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,586
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 50.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $304.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.33

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 XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.

Clindamycin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 67.0
Days Supply 565
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.5
Peer Average Days Supply175
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 204.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $742.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.95

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 antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN.

Therapeutic Applications

Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Clotrimazole-Betamethasone

Generic Formulation: Clotrimazole/Betamethasone DipSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.5
Days Supply 733
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.3
Peer Average Days Supply480
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 27.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $665.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.21

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. This product contains 2 medications. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Betamethasone is a strong corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the skin infection. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 17 years or for diaper rash.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.5
Days Supply 452
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,877
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $642.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.49

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 133
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.1
Peer Average Days Supply428
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $307.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.70

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 tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Flucytosine

Generic Formulation: FlucytosineSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills14.3
Peer Average Days Supply430
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 157.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $117,283.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,257.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,561.25

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 fluorinated cytosine analog that is used as an antifungal agent.

Therapeutic Applications

Flucytosine is used to treat serious fungal infections in the body. It belongs to a class of drugs known as antifungal drugs. It is often used with other medications. It works by slowing the growth of certain types of fungus.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 185
30-Day Fills 187.0
Days Supply 5,608
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims162.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills192.6
Peer Average Days Supply5,572
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,910.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.61

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Gentamicin Sulfate

Generic Formulation: Gentamicin SulfateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 230
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.1
Peer Average Days Supply454
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $532.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$78.07

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.

Clinical Summary

A complex of closely related aminoglycosides obtained from MICROMONOSPORA purpurea and related species. They are broad-spectrum antibiotics, but may cause ear and kidney damage. They act to inhibit PROTEIN BIOSYNTHESIS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat bacterial infections (such as blepharitis, conjunctivitis) of the eye and the skin around the eyes (such as eyelids). It is also used to prevent infection after eye injury or surgery. It belongs to a class of drugs known as aminoglycoside antibiotics. Gentamicin works by killing the bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. This drug should not be used in newborns due to an increased risk of serious side effects.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 105
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims147.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills148.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,431
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 91.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $168.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.61

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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 232
30-Day Fills 258.0
Days Supply 7,054
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,235
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 452.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,891.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.26

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.

Clinical Summary

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 439
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.4
Peer Average Days Supply238
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 85.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $267.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.06

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.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 600
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills111.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,311
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $257.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.97

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 benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 90
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.8
Peer Average Days Supply250
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $126.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.73

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.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 147
30-Day Fills 147.0
Days Supply 1,555
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims117.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills117.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,841
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 25.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,502.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.45

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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 410
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.8
Peer Average Days Supply969
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $288.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.36

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: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 71
30-Day Fills 71.0
Days Supply 506
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.9
Peer Average Days Supply321
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 184.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $310.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.27

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.

Terbinafine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Terbinafine HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 46.0
Days Supply 1,330
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,070
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $703.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.25

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

Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail). It works by stopping the growth of fungus. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as antifungals.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 225
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,498
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $139.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.48

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.

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. JEFFREY T SCHNELL DPM provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Somerset, KY.

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 **Foot & Ankle Surgery** 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.