BRIAN HOWARD DO
Prescription History 1679934871
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Searcy, AR

NPI Status: Active since March 15, 2016

Contact Information

2908 HAWKINS DR
SEARCY, AR
ZIP 72143
Phone: (501) 203-0055
Fax: (501) 203-0060

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for BRIAN HOWARD DO, an active Psychiatry specialist practicing in Searcy, AR. Our medical registry currently tracks 45 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,618 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Quetiapine Fumarate, which accounts for 201 claims alone.


Alprazolam

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 183
30-Day Fills 189.0
Days Supply 5,550
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills90.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,562
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 112.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,137.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.70

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

Clinical Summary

A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).

Aripiprazole

Generic Formulation: AripiprazoleSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 136
30-Day Fills 195.0
Days Supply 5,850
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,520
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 231.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,220.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$82.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$140.94

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

Clinical Summary

A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression.

Therapeutic Applications

Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur.

Atomoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Atomoxetine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 630
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.9
Peer Average Days Supply617
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,331.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$78.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$152.23

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

Clinical Summary

A propylamine derivative and selective ADRENERGIC UPTAKE INHIBITOR that is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

Atomoxetine is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments. It may help to increase the ability to pay attention, concentrate, stay focused, and stop fidgeting. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Bupropion Xl

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 114
30-Day Fills 141.1
Days Supply 4,232
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,055
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 171.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,879.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.85

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

Therapeutic Applications

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Buspirone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Buspirone HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 57
30-Day Fills 61.0
Days Supply 1,828
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,877
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,031.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.12

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat anxiety. It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Citalopram Hbr

Generic Formulation: Citalopram HydrobromideSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills105.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,127
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $364.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.23

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

Clinical Summary

A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia.

Therapeutic Applications

Citalopram is used to treat depression. It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Clonazepam

Generic Formulation: ClonazepamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 105.3
Days Supply 3,124
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims68.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,097
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 33.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $852.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.09

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

Clinical Summary

An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses.

Therapeutic Applications

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.

Dexmethylphenidate Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dexmethylphenidate HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims12.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills12.8
Peer Average Days Supply384
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $455.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.12

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

Clinical Summary

A methylphenidate derivative, DOPAMINE UPTAKE INHIBITOR and CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULANT that is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Dexmethylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills.

Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er

Generic Formulation: Dextroamphetamine/AmphetamineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 930
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.1
Peer Average Days Supply625
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,520.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$100.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$73.81

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

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder.

Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine

Generic Formulation: Dextroamphetamine/AmphetamineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 112
30-Day Fills 112.0
Days Supply 3,321
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,054
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 229.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,177.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.73

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

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder.

Diazepam

Generic Formulation: DiazepamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 698
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,052
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $158.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.14

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

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.

Divalproex Sodium

Generic Formulation: Divalproex SodiumSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,980
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,510
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,694.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.23

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

Clinical Summary

A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Donepezil Hcl

Generic Formulation: Donepezil HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 1,558
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills83.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,461
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $235.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.20

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

Therapeutic Applications

Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Doxepin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Doxepin HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 65.3
Days Supply 1,960
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.0
Peer Average Days Supply972
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 96.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $796.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.68

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression and anxiety. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 85
30-Day Fills 118.0
Days Supply 3,541
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,072
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 34.9% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,435.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.24

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

Clinical Summary

A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Escitalopram Oxalate

Generic Formulation: Escitalopram OxalateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,784
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills99.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,956
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 25.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $666.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.51

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

Clinical Summary

S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Therapeutic Applications

Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness.

Fluoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Fluoxetine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 174
30-Day Fills 235.0
Days Supply 6,975
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,369
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 270.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,847.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.35

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

Clinical Summary

The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants.

Therapeutic Applications

This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 127
30-Day Fills 147.0
Days Supply 4,357
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims129.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills193.2
Peer Average Days Supply5,705
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,387.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.03

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Guanfacine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Guanfacine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.2
Days Supply 404
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills18.9
Peer Average Days Supply559
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $867.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.24

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Guanfacine acts in the brain. It decreases certain nerve signals from the brain to the blood vessels and the heart. This causes the blood vessels to relax so that blood can flow more easily and also slows the heart rate. These effects help to lower blood pressure.

Hydroxyzine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydroxyzine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.9
Peer Average Days Supply934
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,410.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.85

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

Therapeutic Applications

Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery.

Hydroxyzine Pamoate

Generic Formulation: Hydroxyzine PamoateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 480
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.5
Peer Average Days Supply869
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $195.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.12

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

Clinical Summary

A histamine H1 receptor antagonist that is effective in the treatment of chronic urticaria, dermatitis, and histamine-mediated pruritus. Unlike its major metabolite CETIRIZINE, it does cause drowsiness. It is also effective as an antiemetic, for relief of anxiety and tension, and as a sedative.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery.

Imipramine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Imipramine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.9
Peer Average Days Supply740
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $108.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.55

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It is also used with other therapies for the treatment of nighttime bed-wetting (enuresis) in children. Using this medication to treat depression may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. Imipramine can help your child control nighttime bed-wetting. Imipramine belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine) in the brain. For bed-wetting, this medication may work by blocking the effect of a certain natural substance (acetylcholine) on the bladder.

Ingrezza

Generic Formulation: Valbenazine TosylateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.3
Peer Average Days Supply700
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $217,944.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8,072.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7,307.43

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

Therapeutic Applications

Valbenazine is used to treat involuntary movements of the face, tongue, or other body parts (tardive dyskinesia). This medication is thought to work by decreasing the amount of certain natural substances in the brain that affect how your nerves and muscles work (monoamines such as dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine).

Lamotrigine

Generic Formulation: LamotrigineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 61
30-Day Fills 90.0
Days Supply 2,692
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,791
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 38.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $721.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.67

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

Clinical Summary

A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections).

Lithium Carbonate

Generic Formulation: Lithium CarbonateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 38.5
Days Supply 1,155
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,117
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $232.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.84

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

Clinical Summary

A lithium salt, classified as a mood-stabilizing agent. Lithium ion alters the metabolism of BIOGENIC MONOAMINES in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, and affects multiple neurotransmission systems.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors.

Lorazepam

Generic Formulation: LorazepamSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 614
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,433
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $219.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.62

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

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain.

Lurasidone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Lurasidone HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 630
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$92.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

--

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

Memantine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Memantine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 65
30-Day Fills 98.0
Days Supply 2,906
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,833
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 41.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,521.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.31

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

Therapeutic Applications

Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Methylphenidate Hcl

Generic Formulation: Methylphenidate HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.0
Peer Average Days Supply708
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $579.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.54

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills.

Mirtazapine

Generic Formulation: MirtazapineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 47
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 2,070
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,940
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $604.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.59

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

Clinical Summary

A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Olanzapine

Generic Formulation: OlanzapineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 79
30-Day Fills 89.0
Days Supply 2,642
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,473
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 75.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,319.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.78

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

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Therapeutic Applications

Olanzapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. This medication can help to decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section.

Oxcarbazepine

Generic Formulation: OxcarbazepineSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,046
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,471.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$66.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.16

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

Clinical Summary

A carbamazepine derivative that acts as a voltage-gated sodium channel blocker. It is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES with or without secondary generalization. It is also an inducer of CYTOCHROME P-450 CYP3A4.

Therapeutic Applications

Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).

Paliperidone Er

Generic Formulation: PaliperidoneSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.1
Peer Average Days Supply945
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,453.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$103.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$460.43

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

Clinical Summary

A benzisoxazole derivative and active metabolite of RISPERIDONE that functions as a DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST. It is an ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder). This medication can decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Paliperidone belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Paroxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Paroxetine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,504
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $530.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.57

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

Therapeutic Applications

Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression.

Prazosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Prazosin HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 74
30-Day Fills 102.3
Days Supply 3,070
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,313
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 111.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,825.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.06

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

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic alpha-1 antagonist used in the treatment of HEART FAILURE; HYPERTENSION; PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA; RAYNAUD DISEASE; PROSTATIC HYPERTROPHY; and URINARY RETENTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Prazosin belongs to a class of medications called alpha blockers. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Propranolol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Propranolol HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,301
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $248.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.83

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

Therapeutic Applications

This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 201
30-Day Fills 251.7
Days Supply 7,546
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,932
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 286.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,033.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.17

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

Clinical Summary

A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

Risperidone

Generic Formulation: RisperidoneSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 126.2
Days Supply 3,753
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,283
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 139.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,753.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.88

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

Clinical Summary

A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Sertraline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Sertraline HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 94
30-Day Fills 124.1
Days Supply 3,706
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims69.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills115.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,410
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 36.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,535.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.71

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

Therapeutic Applications

Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Topiramate

Generic Formulation: TopiramateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,624
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $332.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.34

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

Clinical Summary

A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss.

Therapeutic Applications

Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 108
30-Day Fills 165.0
Days Supply 4,894
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims78.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills125.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,704
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 38.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,417.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.56

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Venlafaxine Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Venlafaxine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 83.0
Days Supply 2,488
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,948
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 25.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,022.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.82

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

Therapeutic Applications

Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Vilazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Vilazodone HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.1
Peer Average Days Supply560
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $788.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$71.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$192.70

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

Clinical Summary

A benzofuran, indole, and piperazine derivative that functions as a SEROTONIN UPTAKE INHIBITOR and partial SEROTONIN 5-HT1 RECEPTOR AGONIST. It is used as an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT.

Therapeutic Applications

Vilazodone is used to treat depression. It is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and partial serotonin receptor agonist. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living.

Vraylar

Generic Formulation: Cariprazine HclSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,260
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.3
Peer Average Days Supply762
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 44.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $62,568.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,738.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,432.79

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

Therapeutic Applications

Cariprazine is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, bipolar depression, schizophrenia). Cariprazine belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life.

Zolpidem Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Zolpidem TartrateSpecialty: Psychiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 1,572
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,124
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,030.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.45

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

Clinical Summary

An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like BRIAN HOWARD DO provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Searcy, AR.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Psychiatry** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.