DR. ALBERT ODILI BOYD MD
Prescription History 1679548721
Family Medicine in Desoto, TX
What does Dr. Boyd prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Boyd wrote 15,712 Medicare prescriptions for 214 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 1,141 prescriptions for 249 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. Boyd prescribes.
Medications 214 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 Texas 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 1,141 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 6.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $14.67 per fill, versus $9.48 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 676 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $9.50 per fill, versus $6.07 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 599 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 7.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $8.84 per fill, versus $5.09 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 350 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $9.84 per fill, versus $10.05 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 344 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $15.17 per fill, versus $9.74 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 339 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $7.22 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 322 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $20.16 per fill, versus $12.48 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 depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 317 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $16.64 per fill, versus $8.61 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 316 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $67.62 per fill, versus $37.30 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 308 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 3.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $418.13 per fill, versus $870.72 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 280 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $10.20 per fill, versus $7.09 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 272 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $18.24 per fill, versus $14.12 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 256 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $18.16 per fill, versus $11.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 248 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 5.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $37.23 per fill, versus $19.94 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 236 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 4.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $22.55 per fill, versus $14.87 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 beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 235 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $14.54 per fill, versus $14.00 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 232 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $12.23 per fill, versus $8.22 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 232 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $24.90 per fill, versus $15.87 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 221 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $13.48 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 209 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $33.62 per fill, versus $25.26 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 192 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $22.70 per fill, versus $15.72 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 188 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $15.37 per fill, versus $11.09 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 188 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $38.09 per fill, versus $33.28 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 185 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $34.05 per fill, versus $25.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 181 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $46.02 per fill, versus $23.99 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 175 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $44.77 per fill, versus $29.92 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 163 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $15.46 per fill, versus $9.11 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 162 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $77.47 per fill, versus $135.60 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 150 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $13.40 per fill, versus $6.73 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 148 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $32.61 per fill, versus $28.56 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 147 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $21.69 per fill, versus $12.44 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 146 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $31.69 per fill, versus $14.51 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 139 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $9.04 per fill, versus $8.44 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 134 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $689.89 per fill, versus $1,092.03 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 131 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $11.91 per fill, versus $8.39 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 128 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $21.87 per fill, versus $13.02 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 124 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $14.19 per fill, versus $10.85 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 124 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $28.82 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 119 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.35 per fill, versus $7.17 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 105 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $24.14 per fill, versus $16.04 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 105 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 86% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $12.42 per fill, versus $13.19 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 nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 103 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $32.94 per fill, versus $26.25 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 97 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $22.20 per fill, versus $19.18 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 93 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $12.67 per fill, versus $23.89 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 92 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $21.78 per fill, versus $13.28 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 90 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,746.32 per fill, versus $1,293.82 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 90 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1,155.78 per fill, versus $1,541.63 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 83 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $12.65 per fill, versus $9.68 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 83 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $15.14 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 81 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $38.15 per fill, versus $198.53 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 81 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.09 per fill, versus $3.54 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 77 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $8.42 per fill, versus $4.11 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 76 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $933.50 per fill, versus $860.45 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 75 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.66 per fill, versus $12.60 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 laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 73 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $26.48 per fill, versus $27.16 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 68 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 86% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $19.95 per fill, versus $14.93 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 67 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $912.35 per fill, versus $1,059.64 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 64 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $27.31 per fill, versus $13.92 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 63 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.55 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 62 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $18.37 per fill, versus $18.12 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 61 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $9.50 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 61 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $33.83 per fill, versus $22.50 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 59 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $28.56 per fill, versus $28.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 59 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.89 per fill, versus $9.03 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 58 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $31.95 per fill, versus $11.23 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 57 prescriptions for Linzess, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $990.56 per fill, versus $840.42 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 55 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $20.02 per fill, versus $10.79 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 55 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $24.45 per fill, versus $10.84 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 54 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.04 per fill, versus $9.42 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 medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 52 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $117.56 per fill, versus $53.10 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 lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 52 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $42.11 per fill, versus $255.26 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
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 52 prescriptions for Megestrol Acetate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $261.72 per fill, versus $58.36 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 52 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $14.58 per fill, versus $10.54 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 51 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $21.71 per fill, versus $17.41 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 49 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $26.92 per fill, versus $31.57 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 49 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $11.44 per fill, versus $7.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 48 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $34.85 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 48 prescriptions for Farxiga, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $710.82 per fill, versus $985.01 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
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Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 48 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $12.36 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 46 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,038.12 per fill, versus $1,393.87 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 46 prescriptions for Vascepa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $667.02 per fill, versus $615.67 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 44 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $43.87 per fill, versus $21.91 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 overactive bladder.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 44 prescriptions for Gemtesa, about 69% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $403.15 per fill, versus $655.77 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 44 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $267.27 per fill, versus $317.85 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 43 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $19.13 per fill, versus $14.17 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 42 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.27 per fill, versus $9.53 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
Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 42 prescriptions for Lacosamide, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $185.98 per fill, versus $129.21 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 42 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $25.53 per fill, versus $17.68 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 medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 42 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $35.54 per fill, versus $52.23 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 41 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,011.04 per fill, versus $1,267.11 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 for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 38 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $59.80 per fill, versus $64.86 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 36 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $811.96 per fill, versus $798.19 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 combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 34 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $33.44 per fill, versus $27.39 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 34 prescriptions for Torsemide, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $32.60 per fill, versus $19.52 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 33 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $28.69 per fill, versus $15.72 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 32 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 85% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $24.05 per fill, versus $29.28 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 31 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $520.51 per fill, versus $581.16 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
Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 31 prescriptions for Brilinta, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $363.50 per fill, versus $688.85 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 31 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about 68% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $26.63 per fill, versus $20.24 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
Insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 31 prescriptions for Humulin R, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $50.17 per fill, versus $75.40 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 31 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.05 per fill, versus $5.32 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 31 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 87% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $6.28 per fill, versus $13.64 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 31 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $28.49 per fill, versus $23.06 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 30 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $233.54 per fill, versus $157.40 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 treat anxiety.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 30 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 76% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.64 per fill, versus $6.76 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 29 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $45.61 per fill, versus $47.27 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 29 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 67% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.92 per fill, versus $8.72 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 29 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.05 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 28 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $70.79 per fill, versus $233.34 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 27 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $10.45 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 27 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $21.74 per fill, versus $18.22 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
Travoprost 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 27 prescriptions for Travoprost, about 76% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $143.61 per fill, versus $157.03 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 26 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.27 per fill, versus $6.07 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 25 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $53.21 per fill, versus $59.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 25 prescriptions for Entresto, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $649.24 per fill, versus $1,062.82 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 25 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 83% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.60 per fill, versus $17.89 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 24 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $15.72 per fill, versus $23.63 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 24 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.97 per fill, versus $7.18 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 24 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $22.12 per fill, versus $8.57 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 23 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.92 per fill, versus $4.63 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 23 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $37.00 per fill, versus $22.08 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
Sevelamer is used to lower high blood phosphorus (phosphate) levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 23 prescriptions for Sevelamer Carbonate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $283.78 per fill, versus $230.29 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 23 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $15.56 per fill, versus $26.07 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
Eslicarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat a certain type of seizure disorder (focal seizures).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 22 prescriptions for Aptiom, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $744.28 per fill, versus $1,526.64 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 22 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.65 per fill, versus $10.82 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 medication is the same as your body's own glucagon, a natural substance that raises blood sugar by causing the body to release sugar stored in the liver.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 22 prescriptions for Glucagen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $328.13 per fill, versus $329.71 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 22 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.35 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 22 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $10.06 per fill, versus $10.82 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 medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 22 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about 87% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $43.57 per fill, versus $38.61 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 22 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $581.25 per fill, versus $943.32 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 32% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $5.46 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 83% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $26.86 per fill, versus $18.09 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 67% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $20.44 per fill, versus $7.49 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $21.27 per fill, versus $12.94 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 medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 63% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $24.54 per fill, versus $13.64 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $51.90 per fill, versus $28.47 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $12.62 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 used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $29.77 per fill, versus $17.12 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 69% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,015.61 per fill, versus $706.11 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 21 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $401.64 per fill, versus $824.24 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 20 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $12.35 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 20 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $235.14 per fill, versus $133.52 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 20 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $18.98 per fill, versus $7.60 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
Amantadine is used to treat Parkinson's disease, as well as side effects caused by drugs (such as drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms), chemicals, and other medical conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 19 prescriptions for Amantadine, about 63% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $56.01 per fill, versus $42.93 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 depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 19 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $54.05 per fill, versus $24.94 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 19 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $34.06 per fill, versus $17.75 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 19 prescriptions for Insulin Aspart Flexpen, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $37.41 per fill, versus $123.03 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 19 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about 75% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $42.91 per fill, versus $59.51 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
Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 19 prescriptions for Isosorbide Dinitrate, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $120.98 per fill, versus $43.98 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 certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 19 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $38.72 per fill, versus $7.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 19 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 68% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $21.02 per fill, versus $13.32 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 18 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $54.41 per fill, versus $37.83 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 18 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $505.03 per fill, versus $407.39 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 18 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $41.11 per fill, versus $27.46 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
Insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 18 prescriptions for Novolin R Flexpen, about 88% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $27.74 per fill, versus $63.70 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
This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 18 prescriptions for Ramelteon, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $144.55 per fill, versus $104.57 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 18 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $10.11 per fill, versus $20.15 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
This medication 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 18 prescriptions for Timolol Maleate, about 23% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $14.08 per fill, versus $14.69 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 high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol, about 41% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $229.06 per fill, versus $152.38 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $20.25 per fill, versus $14.03 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Metolazone, about 75% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $18.58 per fill, versus $21.89 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $17.99 per fill, versus $26.32 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $31.69 per fill, versus $17.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $146.38 per fill, versus $59.44 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $33.41 per fill, versus $15.40 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
Rivastigmine is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease and to Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Rivastigmine, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $191.77 per fill, versus $179.48 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 a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Synjardy Xr, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1,145.70 per fill, versus $1,089.13 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 a combination of 2 drugs: dapagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 17 prescriptions for Xigduo Xr, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $694.76 per fill, versus $993.30 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.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 16 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $283.50 per fill, versus $426.77 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
This medication is used before eye examinations (such as refraction) and to treat certain eye conditions (such as uveitis).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 16 prescriptions for Atropine Sulfate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $45.58 per fill, versus $41.39 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 16 prescriptions for Breyna, about 84% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $244.60 per fill, versus $212.63 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
Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 16 prescriptions for Budesonide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $150.72 per fill, versus $169.74 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
Cinacalcet is used to treat increased amounts of a certain hormone (parathyroid) in people with long-term kidney disease who are on dialysis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 16 prescriptions for Cinacalcet Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $110.96 per fill, versus $265.18 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 16 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 85% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $519.15 per fill, versus $620.24 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 16 prescriptions for Spiriva Handihaler, about 87% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $516.40 per fill, versus $709.56 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
Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 15 prescriptions for Anastrozole, about 23% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $24.75 per fill, versus $15.29 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 15 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $187.35 per fill, versus $378.20 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
This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 15 prescriptions for Dorzolamide-Timolol, about 13% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $33.61 per fill, versus $16.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 15 prescriptions for Fiasp Flextouch, about 60% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $120.66 per fill, versus $776.30 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
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 15 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $67.89 per fill, versus $94.91 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 antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 15 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $21.78 per fill, versus $5.34 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $464.43 per fill, versus $522.49 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
Ceftriaxone is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Ceftriaxone, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $33.78 per fill, versus $62.61 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Icosapent Ethyl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $374.20 per fill, versus $295.28 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 14% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $23.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $65.43 per fill, versus $97.88 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
Insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Novolin R, about 67% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $55.75 per fill, versus $67.12 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.78 per fill, versus $16.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate Er, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $94.22 per fill, versus $61.93 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 depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 14 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $22.77 per fill, versus $21.56 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
When inhaled by mouth, acetylcysteine is used to help thin and loosen mucus in the airways due to certain lung diseases (such as emphysema, bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 13 prescriptions for Acetylcysteine, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $93.93 per fill, versus $83.35 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
Ertapenem is used to prevent and treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 13 prescriptions for Ertapenem, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $136.96 per fill, versus $396.34 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 13 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $37.49 per fill, versus $36.16 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
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 13 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about 67% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $133.76 per fill, versus $227.38 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 13 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about 42% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $58.03 per fill, versus $94.53 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 13 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $18.39 per fill, versus $18.82 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 13 prescriptions for Rexulti, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $659.16 per fill, versus $1,486.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 12 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $22.86 per fill, versus $19.43 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 12 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $16.76 per fill, versus $7.25 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 12 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $95.34 per fill, versus $41.23 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
Fulvestrant is used to treat certain types of breast cancer.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 12 prescriptions for Fulvestrant, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $120.23 per fill, versus $482.40 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 12 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $15.88 per fill, versus $13.48 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 12 prescriptions for Ramipril, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $25.54 per fill, versus $11.17 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 12 prescriptions for Tiotropium Bromide, about 79% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $432.27 per fill, versus $406.85 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 product contains 3 drugs: abacavir, dolutegravir, and lamivudine.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 12 prescriptions for Triumeq, about 31% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $3,909.34 per fill, versus $3,791.50 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 the same as your body's own glucagon, a natural substance that raises blood sugar by causing the body to release sugar stored in the liver.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Glucagon Emergency Kit, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $283.59 per fill, versus $275.43 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 product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $75.61 per fill, versus $99.02 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate, about 33% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.28 per fill, versus $28.74 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Novolin 70-30 Flexpen, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $178.16 per fill, versus $144.52 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
Oseltamivir is used to treat symptoms caused by the flu virus (influenza).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Oseltamivir Phosphate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $36.21 per fill, versus $31.68 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $38.43 per fill, versus $16.85 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 an overactive bladder.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $123.59 per fill, versus $78.89 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
Vancomycin is used to treat a certain intestinal condition (colitis) that may rarely happen after treatment with antibiotics.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Vancomycin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $138.35 per fill, versus $129.70 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Boyd wrote 11 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $77.21 per fill, versus $66.44 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. Boyd’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Boyd prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Boyd's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (1,141), Amlodipine Besylate (676) and Furosemide (599).
How does Dr. Boyd's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 214 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Boyd prescribes 80 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 47 about as often and 87 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Boyd 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 Texas 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.
