DR. ABIGAIL LINN SMITH M.D.
Prescription History 1659717841
Family Medicine in Chicago, IL
What does Dr. Smith prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Smith wrote 1,569 Medicare prescriptions for 60 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 160 prescriptions for 50 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. Smith prescribes.
Medications 60 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 Illinois 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 160 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 77% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (208). Medicare paid $8.36 per fill, versus $9.37 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 85 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $7.89 per fill, versus $7.31 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 56 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $6.42 per fill, versus $7.00 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 52 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 36% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $3.30 per fill, versus $6.68 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 48 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 79% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $21.62 per fill, versus $31.97 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 45 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 77% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $17.59 per fill, versus $10.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 42 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $18.82 per fill, versus $11.25 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 41 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $5.57 per fill, versus $4.15 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 40 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 71% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,236.00 per fill, versus $1,039.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 37 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 63% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $821.47 per fill, versus $847.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 37 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $53.90 per fill, versus $69.57 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 33 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 67% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $13.48 per fill, versus $14.22 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 33 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 21% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $6.82 per fill, versus $10.46 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 31 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 36% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $29.12 per fill, versus $15.83 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 30 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 26% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $8.37 per fill, versus $9.41 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 30 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.22 per fill, versus $11.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 30 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.74 per fill, versus $5.65 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 29 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $3.56 per fill, versus $8.10 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 29 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $12.76 per fill, versus $14.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 28 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $8.47 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 26 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $12.88 per fill, versus $12.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 25 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 66% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.17 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 24 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 69% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $35.26 per fill, versus $27.87 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 23 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $10.35 per fill, versus $20.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 23 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $5.99 per fill, versus $8.82 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 22 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $4.68 per fill, versus $8.26 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 21 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 75% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $14.63 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 21 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 64% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $14.26 per fill, versus $6.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 21 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 17% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $8.03 per fill, versus $14.27 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 21 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.88 per fill, versus $9.36 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 20 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 65% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $23.97 per fill, versus $15.68 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 20 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 19% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $13.25 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 beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 19 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.16 per fill, versus $17.54 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 19 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $1,098.11 per fill, versus $1,245.08 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 18 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $17.72 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 medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 18 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $118.72 per fill, versus $32.81 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 17 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $36.32 per fill, versus $14.92 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 17 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 24% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $9.33 per fill, versus $8.63 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 15 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.80 per fill, versus $8.56 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 15 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $72.93 per fill, versus $21.99 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 15 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 27% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.44 per fill, versus $9.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 15 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $58.10 per fill, versus $102.70 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 14 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 28% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $3.18 per fill, versus $8.38 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 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 14 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 41% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $643.94 per fill, versus $513.05 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 14 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 27% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $17.44 per fill, versus $8.46 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 conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 13 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.99 per fill, versus $7.95 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 13 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.55 per fill, versus $10.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 13 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $5.79 per fill, versus $8.49 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 anxiety.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $38.32 per fill, versus $13.10 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Januvia, about 35% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1,451.23 per fill, versus $913.62 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 28% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $213.01 per fill, versus $130.05 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $36.27 per fill, versus $30.45 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 12 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 17% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $36.23 per fill, versus $17.32 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 16% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $11.52 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydromorphone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.05 per fill, versus $21.75 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 15% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $3.71 per fill, versus $7.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 26% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $2,221.30 per fill, versus $1,243.48 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 13% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $8.89 per fill, versus $12.56 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 21% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $14.57 per fill, versus $12.95 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Smith wrote 11 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 24% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1.20 per fill, versus $3.88 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. Smith’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Smith prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Smith's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (160), Metformin Hcl (85) and Lisinopril (56).
How does Dr. Smith's prescribing compare with other Illinois prescribers?
Of the 60 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Smith prescribes 1 more often than the typical Illinois prescriber, 8 about as often and 51 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Smith 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 Illinois 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.
