DR. ALLEN THOMAS GRIFFIN II M.D.
Prescription History 1659413136
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Louisville, KY

NPI Status: Active since February 13, 2007

Contact Information

234 E GRAY ST STE 768
LOUISVILLE, KY
ZIP 40202
Phone: (502) 394-6470
Fax: (502) 394-3610

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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. ALLEN THOMAS GRIFFIN II M.D., an active Infectious Disease specialist practicing in Louisville, KY. Our medical registry currently tracks 18 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 446 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Daptomycin, which accounts for 87 claims alone.


Amoxicillin

Generic Formulation: AmoxicillinSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 585
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.1
Peer Average Days Supply291
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $172.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.17

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

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is a penicillin-type 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. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 159
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.3
Peer Average Days Supply255
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $175.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.22

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

Clinical Summary

A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. 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.

Ampicillin-Sulbactam

Generic Formulation: Ampicillin Sod/Sulbactam SodSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 39
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.2
Peer Average Days Supply63
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,508.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$137.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$157.78

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 wide variety of bacterial infections. It is known as a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 22.4
Days Supply 670
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.8
Peer Average Days Supply322
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.5% 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 $425.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.02

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 semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Cefazolin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Cefazolin SodiumSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 225
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.4
Peer Average Days Supply148
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 82.6% 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 $4,866.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$115.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$76.62

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

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic cephalosporin analog with broad-spectrum antibiotic action due to inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis. It attains high serum levels and is excreted quickly via the urine.

Therapeutic Applications

Cefazolin is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used before and during certain surgeries to help prevent infection. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Ceftriaxone

Generic Formulation: Ceftriaxone SodiumSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 277
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.2
Peer Average Days Supply131
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 65.5% 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 $7,945.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$165.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$57.08

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

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic and cefotaxime derivative with a very long half-life and high penetrability to meninges, eyes and inner ears.

Therapeutic Applications

Ceftriaxone is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This drug is not recommended for use in newborns with high blood bilirubin levels and premature infants due to increased risk of side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Daptomycin

Generic Formulation: DaptomycinSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 87
30-Day Fills 87.0
Days Supply 583
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.4
Peer Average Days Supply181
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 190.0% 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 $138,014.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,586.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,413.54

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 cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic that inhibits GRAM-POSITIVE BACTERIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is an antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 12 months due to possible risk of serious side effects.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 945
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.1
Peer Average Days Supply428
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 $539.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.59

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.

Ertapenem

Generic Formulation: Ertapenem SodiumSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 109
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.3
Peer Average Days Supply133
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 $14,012.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$778.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$575.02

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 carbapenem derivative antibacterial agent that is more stable to renal dehydropeptidase I than IMIPENEM, but does not need to be given with an enzyme inhibitor such as CILASTATIN. It is used in the treatment of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial infections including intra-abdominal infections, acute gynecological infections, complicated urinary tract infections, skin infections, and respiratory tract infections. It is also used to prevent infection in colorectal surgery.

Therapeutic Applications

Ertapenem is used to prevent and treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a carbapenem-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Ethambutol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ethambutol HclSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 20.6
Days Supply 618
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.9
Peer Average Days Supply756
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 $1,277.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$85.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$65.27

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

An antitubercular agent that inhibits the transfer of mycolic acids into the cell wall of the tubercle bacillus. It may also inhibit the synthesis of spermidine in mycobacteria. The action is usually bactericidal, and the drug can penetrate human cell membranes to exert its lethal effect. (From Smith and Reynard, Textbook of Pharmacology, 1992, p863)

Therapeutic Applications

Ethambutol is used with other medications to treat tuberculosis (TB). Ethambutol is an antibiotic and 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.

Fluconazole

Generic Formulation: FluconazoleSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 487
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.0
Peer Average Days Supply208
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 32.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $556.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.54

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

Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. It works by stopping the growth of common types of vaginal yeast (fungus). This medication belongs to a class of drugs called azole antifungals.

Itraconazole

Generic Formulation: ItraconazoleSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills17.2
Peer Average Days Supply500
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 26.7% 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 $2,638.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$138.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$335.52

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 triazole antifungal agent that inhibits cytochrome P-450-dependent enzymes required for ERGOSTEROL synthesis.

Therapeutic Applications

Itraconazole is used to treat a variety of fungal infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as azole antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungi.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 303
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.4
Peer Average Days Supply238
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 $349.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.87

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.

Minocycline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Minocycline HclSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 997
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.9
Peer Average Days Supply914
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 $2,811.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$87.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.38

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 TETRACYCLINE analog, having a 7-dimethylamino and lacking the 5 methyl and hydroxyl groups, which is effective against tetracycline-resistant STAPHYLOCOCCUS infections.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat acne or rosacea. Minocycline belongs to a class of drugs known as tetracycline antibiotics. However, it is not used to treat skin infections. It helps decrease pimples and red bumps that happen with acne or rosacea.

Penicillin V Potassium

Generic Formulation: Penicillin V PotassiumSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.1
Peer Average Days Supply280
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.3% 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 $31.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.21

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.

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum penicillin antibiotic used orally in the treatment of mild to moderate infections by susceptible gram-positive organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Rifabutin

Generic Formulation: RifabutinSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.7
Peer Average Days Supply496
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 $2,838.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$236.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$772.56

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

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum antibiotic that is being used as prophylaxis against disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex infection in HIV-positive patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with another medication to help prevent a certain serious infection (Mycobacterium avium complex-MAC). Rifabutin is known as a rifamycin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats and prevents 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.

Rifampin

Generic Formulation: RifampinSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 449
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.2
Peer Average Days Supply705
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,315.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$101.21

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.68

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

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic antibiotic produced from Streptomyces mediterranei. It has a broad antibacterial spectrum, including activity against several forms of Mycobacterium. In susceptible organisms it inhibits DNA-dependent RNA polymerase activity by forming a stable complex with the enzyme. It thus suppresses the initiation of RNA synthesis. Rifampin is bactericidal, and acts on both intracellular and extracellular organisms. (From Gilman et al., Goodman and Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 9th ed, p1160)

Vancomycin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Vancomycin HclSpecialty: Infectious Disease
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 118
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.4
Peer Average Days Supply244
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,079.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$171.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$237.76

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

Antibacterial obtained from Streptomyces orientalis. It is a glycopeptide related to RISTOCETIN that inhibits bacterial cell wall assembly and is toxic to kidneys and the inner ear.

Therapeutic Applications

Vancomycin is an antibiotic used to treat infections. This form of vancomycin is used to treat a certain intestinal condition (colitis) caused by bacteria. This condition causes diarrhea and stomach/abdominal discomfort or pain. When vancomycin is taken by mouth, it stays in the intestines to stop the growth of certain bacteria that cause these symptoms. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infection in the intestines. It will not work for bacterial infections in any other part of the body or 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.

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. ALLEN THOMAS GRIFFIN II M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Louisville, 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 **Infectious Disease** 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.