DR. MICHAEL NASR MANKARIOUS M.D.
Prescription History 1659375921
Internal Medicine in Clinton, IA
What does Dr. Mankarious prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Mankarious wrote 13,392 Medicare prescriptions for 178 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 739 prescriptions for 145 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. Mankarious prescribes.
Medications 178 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 Iowa 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 739 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (225). Medicare paid $9.50 per fill, versus $8.00 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 664 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (147). Medicare paid $5.26 per fill, versus $5.01 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 526 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 5.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $16.79 per fill, versus $16.77 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 525 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 4.9 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $5.68 per fill, versus $4.50 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 476 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (188). Medicare paid $90.20 per fill, versus $8.33 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 452 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (128). Medicare paid $9.73 per fill, versus $10.20 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 426 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 7.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.71 per fill, versus $8.87 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 397 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $24.74 per fill, versus $21.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 365 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $10.98 per fill, versus $12.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 320 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $7.74 per fill, versus $11.31 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 273 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 12 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.02 per fill, versus $13.82 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 253 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $12.61 per fill, versus $11.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 240 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $490.75 per fill, versus $748.24 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 211 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 6.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $21.80 per fill, versus $24.63 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 207 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 4.9 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $37.91 per fill, versus $22.82 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 204 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $7.98 per fill, versus $5.48 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 188 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $9.01 per fill, versus $13.89 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 183 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $6.77 per fill, versus $6.37 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 158 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $5.28 per fill, versus $5.26 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 157 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $36.89 per fill, versus $25.79 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 155 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $14.65 per fill, versus $7.87 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 153 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $5.38 per fill, versus $7.52 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 136 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.97 per fill, versus $7.14 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 136 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.73 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 130 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $3.46 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 122 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $15.77 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 118 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $18.05 per fill, versus $21.71 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 117 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $1,051.71 per fill, versus $1,158.57 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 112 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.76 per fill, versus $6.77 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 109 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $10.91 per fill, versus $11.11 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 109 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $13.19 per fill, versus $7.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 107 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $33.86 per fill, versus $18.57 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 106 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $27.59 per fill, versus $18.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 104 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $44.17 per fill, versus $123.94 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 99 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.86 per fill, versus $6.98 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 94 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $12.89 per fill, versus $6.78 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 88 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $6.93 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 86 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $6.35 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 85 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.75 per fill, versus $15.81 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 control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 80 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $320.24 per fill, versus $527.80 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 treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 79 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate, about 3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $30.99 per fill, versus $24.49 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 76 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $11.70 per fill, versus $16.11 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 75 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $2.62 per fill, versus $5.22 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 75 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $13.04 per fill, versus $6.72 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 74 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $487.23 per fill, versus $789.36 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 74 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $613.06 per fill, versus $834.76 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 72 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.58 per fill, versus $7.61 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 67 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.26 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 67 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.75 per fill, versus $6.51 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 65 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $6.84 per fill, versus $8.25 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 65 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.80 per fill, versus $10.27 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
Simvastatin 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 64 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 73% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $10.23 per fill, versus $6.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 62 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $31.65 per fill, versus $27.47 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 61 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $17.26 per fill, versus $7.50 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 60 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $24.24 per fill, versus $10.58 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 54 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.43 per fill, versus $6.53 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 53 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $63.95 per fill, versus $61.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 52 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $2.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 51 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $21.70 per fill, versus $28.76 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 50 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $5.34 per fill, versus $5.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 50 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 62% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $1.89 per fill, versus $3.20 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 50 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $757.75 per fill, versus $1,028.43 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
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 49 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $465.45 per fill, versus $495.94 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 48 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $22.98 per fill, versus $18.17 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 48 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $12.21 per fill, versus $24.24 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 48 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.89 per fill, versus $13.81 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 47 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $4.76 per fill, versus $6.48 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 47 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 78% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $21.23 per fill, versus $17.35 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 46 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.65 per fill, versus $12.58 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
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 46 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $259.30 per fill, versus $394.01 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 46 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 88% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $2.53 per fill, versus $3.75 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 45 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $29.78 per fill, versus $24.16 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 43 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $41.30 per fill, versus $30.29 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 43 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $17.67 per fill, versus $17.65 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 42 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $377.59 per fill, versus $399.17 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 42 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $15.09 per fill, versus $11.70 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 42 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,041.63 per fill, versus $1,155.42 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 42 prescriptions for Stiolto Respimat, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $702.27 per fill, versus $567.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 41 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $21.71 per fill, versus $19.61 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
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 39 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 82% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $9.72 per fill, versus $10.94 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 38 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 70% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $14.14 per fill, versus $6.58 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 38 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 67% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $959.10 per fill, versus $892.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 38 prescriptions for Nabumetone, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.12 per fill, versus $16.40 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 moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 38 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.82 per fill, versus $12.11 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 37 prescriptions for Atenolol, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.00 per fill, versus $5.81 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 36 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $21.49 per fill, versus $7.53 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
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 36 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $8.30 per fill, versus $21.41 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 35 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $13.80 per fill, versus $18.98 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 35 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $85.46 per fill, versus $222.94 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
Metolazone is a "water pill" (diuretic) that increases the amount of urine you make, which causes your body to get rid of excess water.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 35 prescriptions for Metolazone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $37.15 per fill, versus $16.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 35 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.90 per fill, versus $15.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 35 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $36.76 per fill, versus $34.73 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 34 prescriptions for Baclofen, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $23.68 per fill, versus $18.80 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 control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 34 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 76% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $648.82 per fill, versus $716.57 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 nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 34 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $16.96 per fill, versus $28.42 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
Lovastatin 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 34 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.93 per fill, versus $7.65 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 34 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $20.49 per fill, versus $15.22 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 31 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $34.28 per fill, versus $6.38 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 31 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 66% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $14.27 per fill, versus $17.39 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 a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 30 prescriptions for Sotalol, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $20.04 per fill, versus $15.46 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 depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 29 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 72% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.54 per fill, versus $5.51 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 29 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 87% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $7.94 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 combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 28 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $19.66 per fill, versus $29.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 26 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $8.99 per fill, versus $16.68 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 25 prescriptions for Bevespi Aerosphere, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $422.78 per fill, versus $455.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 25 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $40.18 per fill, versus $69.67 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
Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 25 prescriptions for Lacosamide, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $110.44 per fill, versus $122.54 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 25 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $36.67 per fill, versus $81.62 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 24 prescriptions for Diazepam, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.18 per fill, versus $6.05 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 24 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 90% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.50 per fill, versus $13.00 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 in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 23 prescriptions for Dutasteride, about 84% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.85 per fill, versus $30.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 23 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $59.36 per fill, versus $88.24 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
Mometasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 22 prescriptions for Asmanex Hfa, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $134.10 per fill, versus $117.53 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 22 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 86% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $43.25 per fill, versus $44.18 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 21 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 80% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $24.49 per fill, versus $14.47 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 21 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $13.95 per fill, versus $16.82 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 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 20 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $39.20 per fill, versus $28.38 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 20 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $2.39 per fill, versus $10.23 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
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 19 prescriptions for Dexlansoprazole Dr, about 83% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $427.73 per fill, versus $228.49 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
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $16.24 per fill, versus $13.74 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 19 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 15% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $20.60 per fill, versus $9.98 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 19 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.43 per fill, versus $5.76 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 19 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 66% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $146.93 per fill, versus $225.34 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 19 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $15.98 per fill, versus $20.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 19 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about 69% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $235.84 per fill, versus $561.25 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 a combination of two drugs, an ACE inhibitor (benazepril) and a "water pill"/diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 18 prescriptions for Benazepril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $28.11 per fill, versus $24.95 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 18 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 90% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $12.36 per fill, versus $10.61 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 18 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 70% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $297.07 per fill, versus $281.09 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
Theophylline is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 18 prescriptions for Theophylline Er, about 74% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $30.89 per fill, versus $75.77 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 17 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.53 per fill, versus $21.49 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 17 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 61% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $39.81 per fill, versus $16.07 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 17 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 22% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $45.18 per fill, versus $36.70 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 17 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 74% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $5.94 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
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 16 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 67% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $23.93 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
This skin patch is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness or recovery from anesthesia and surgery.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 16 prescriptions for Scopolamine, about 67% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $126.55 per fill, versus $83.17 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 15 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 30% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $67.85 per fill, versus $65.48 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 15 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $37.50 per fill, versus $17.51 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
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 15 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $12.43 per fill, versus $22.02 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 15 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $17.07 per fill, versus $9.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 15 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 64% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.08 per fill, versus $25.75 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 depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 15 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $22.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 14 prescriptions for Autoshield Duo Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $112.98 per fill, versus $99.32 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 14 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $2.58 per fill, versus $5.56 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Fewer than five Iowa prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 14 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate, about 84% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $43.25 per fill, versus $26.57 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 rheumatoid arthritis, a condition in which the body's defense system (immune system) fails to recognize the body as itself and attacks the healthy tissues around the joints.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 14 prescriptions for Leflunomide, about 22% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $160.88 per fill, versus $49.14 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 14 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $526.76 per fill, versus $695.24 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 14 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $21.55 per fill, versus $11.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Fewer than five Iowa prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
What it is used for
Acetazolamide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms of altitude sickness.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 13 prescriptions for Acetazolamide, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $18.92 per fill, versus $38.73 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 anxiety.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 13 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $24.98 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 13 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 24% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $4.70 per fill, versus $10.24 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
Valbenazine is used to treat involuntary movements of the face, tongue, or other body parts (tardive dyskinesia).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 13 prescriptions for Ingrezza, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7,593.82 per fill, versus $7,585.32 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 13 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $39.00 per fill, versus $61.84 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 13 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $12.76 per fill, versus $9.27 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 13 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 41% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,101.20 per fill, versus $1,125.73 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 13 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 69% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $54.15 per fill, versus $22.64 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
Ipratropium is used to control 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Atrovent Hfa, about 81% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $491.09 per fill, versus $494.75 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 prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 35% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $402.73 per fill, versus $457.30 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 control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $122.72 per fill, versus $175.28 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 24% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $28.69 per fill, versus $21.62 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 hormone.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1.62 per fill, versus $57.00 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 schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Haloperidol, about 34% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.33 per fill, versus $26.53 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Lantus, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $80.24 per fill, versus $106.18 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 control seizures.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Phenobarbital, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $20.92 per fill, versus $27.89 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $24.48 per fill, versus $25.94 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 12 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 42% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $518.18 per fill, versus $617.85 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 wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Cefadroxil, about 29% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $63.82 per fill, versus $14.50 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Endocet, about 85% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $40.82 per fill, versus $111.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $22.81 per fill, versus $40.38 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 Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $15.39 per fill, versus $23.08 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 39% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $218.03 per fill, versus $244.88 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $32.57 per fill, versus $16.47 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 product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 60% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $13.40 per fill, versus $77.68 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
Tiotropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Spiriva Handihaler, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $795.22 per fill, versus $684.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sulfasalazine is used to treat a certain type of bowel disease called ulcerative colitis.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Sulfasalazine, about 41% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.62 per fill, versus $27.67 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
Varenicline is used by adults to help stop smoking.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about 63% as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $163.15 per fill, versus $236.05 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
Zafirlukast is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Iowa prescribers
Dr. Mankarious wrote 11 prescriptions for Zafirlukast, about half as often as the typical Iowa prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $100.39 per fill, versus $74.49 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. Mankarious’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Mankarious prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Mankarious's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (739), Amlodipine Besylate (664) and Gabapentin (526).
How does Dr. Mankarious's prescribing compare with other Iowa prescribers?
Of the 176 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Mankarious prescribes 74 more often than the typical Iowa prescriber, 38 about as often and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Mankarious 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 Iowa 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.
