DANA ELIZABETH HUGHES APRN-FNP
Prescription History 1679963607
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Jeffersontown, KY
What does Dana Hughes prescribe?
In 2024, Dana Hughes wrote 4,970 Medicare prescriptions for 99 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 414 prescriptions for 135 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 Dana Hughes prescribes.
Medications 99 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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 414 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (203). Medicare paid $7.45 per fill, versus $7.42 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 306 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (152). Medicare paid $4.17 per fill, versus $4.34 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 269 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (183). Medicare paid $8.14 per fill, versus $9.85 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 207 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $10.14 per fill, versus $8.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 186 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (144). Medicare paid $4.85 per fill, versus $4.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 163 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $9.86 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 144 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $7.91 per fill, versus $7.62 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 to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 139 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $2.26 per fill, versus $3.15 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 129 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $11.69 per fill, versus $10.90 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 120 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $8.47 per fill, versus $7.62 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 113 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $5.12 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 103 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $21.33 per fill, versus $30.42 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 100 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 84% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $11.89 per fill, versus $11.74 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 84 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $9.81 per fill, versus $7.42 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 84 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $6.52 per fill, versus $6.04 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 75 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.92 per fill, versus $7.98 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 65 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $8.48 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 65 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1.15 per fill, versus $3.60 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 63 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $20.18 per fill, versus $19.24 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 62 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $12.68 per fill, versus $10.99 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 60 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 62% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $3.77 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 58 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 72% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $14.15 per fill, versus $18.74 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 58 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $23.29 per fill, versus $53.41 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 57 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 67% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $4.56 per fill, versus $4.83 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 51 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $5.20 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 49 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 30% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $22.65 per fill, versus $10.38 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 47 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $6.18 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 45 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.46 per fill, versus $4.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 45 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 87% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $15.66 per fill, versus $17.88 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 45 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 76% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $7.23 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 45 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $8.81 per fill, versus $7.28 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 44 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.63 per fill, versus $7.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 43 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $9.90 per fill, versus $6.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 43 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $22.39 per fill, versus $19.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 42 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 66% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $5.44 per fill, versus $3.96 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 40 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $6.52 per fill, versus $6.39 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 40 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $33.20 per fill, versus $15.51 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 39 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $10.51 per fill, versus $10.91 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 38 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $2.66 per fill, versus $4.21 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 38 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $7.25 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 38 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.59 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 37 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 75% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $5.41 per fill, versus $4.42 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 35 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 37% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $1,044.28 per fill, versus $796.07 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 34 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $22.37 per fill, versus $11.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 33 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $1,754.62 per fill, versus $1,182.19 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 32 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $14.49 per fill, versus $11.88 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 32 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4.88 per fill, versus $7.19 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 32 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.82 per fill, versus $21.52 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 31 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,036.31 per fill, versus $1,165.21 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 31 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $5.47 per fill, versus $9.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 29 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $1,511.09 per fill, versus $959.98 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 29 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $5.98 per fill, versus $9.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 28 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $3.22 per fill, versus $4.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 27 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $16.57 per fill, versus $7.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 25 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 61% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $29.08 per fill, versus $33.77 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 24 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 38% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.19 per fill, versus $5.43 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 24 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 69% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.68 per fill, versus $9.73 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 22 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 30% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $14.54 per fill, versus $8.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 22 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,120.04 per fill, versus $888.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 22 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $28.75 per fill, versus $40.83 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 22 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1.06 per fill, versus $7.62 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 22 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $12.08 per fill, versus $15.50 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 19 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $19.77 per fill, versus $13.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 19 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $9.77 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 19 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $3.56 per fill, versus $7.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 19 prescriptions for Xarelto, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,293.18 per fill, versus $888.93 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 18 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.30 per fill, versus $11.22 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 17 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $43.00 per fill, versus $20.74 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 16 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $23.08 per fill, versus $29.96 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.26 per fill, versus $7.15 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $3.97 per fill, versus $8.71 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $12.73 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 16 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $14.83 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 16 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $22.57 per fill, versus $19.36 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 16 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 38% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.08 per fill, versus $7.42 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 14 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.43 per fill, versus $6.08 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 14 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 34% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.25 per fill, versus $6.82 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 32% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.16 per fill, versus $5.06 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 medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $3.23 per fill, versus $5.28 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 27% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.68 per fill, versus $20.22 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 32% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.03 per fill, versus $6.54 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $18.81 per fill, versus $30.56 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 22% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.24 per fill, versus $9.67 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 27% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $41.54 per fill, versus $17.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 23% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $30.89 per fill, versus $28.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is 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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Stiolto Respimat, about 39% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $474.89 per fill, versus $622.56 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 13 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $31.90 per fill, versus $27.48 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 12 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $439.68 per fill, versus $418.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 12 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $12.98 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 12 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 35% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $4.82 per fill, versus $11.38 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
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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 12 prescriptions for Icosapent Ethyl, about 73% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $11.02 per fill, versus $278.88 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 12 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 30% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $528.10 per fill, versus $791.75 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 12 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 37% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $648.14 per fill, versus $696.87 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 12 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $5.07 per fill, versus $7.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 12 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $33.82 per fill, versus $23.39 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 11 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 26% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.45 per fill, versus $15.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to 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 Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 11 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 37% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $435.08 per fill, versus $517.63 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 11 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 23% as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $950.10 per fill, versus $873.50 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
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Kentucky prescribers
Dana Hughes wrote 11 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kentucky prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $92.00 per fill, versus $36.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dana Hughes’s prescriptions
What does Dana Hughes prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dana Hughes's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (414), Amlodipine Besylate (306) and Levothyroxine Sodium (269).
How does Dana Hughes's prescribing compare with other Kentucky prescribers?
Of the 99 medications with a state comparison, Dana Hughes prescribes 16 more often than the typical Kentucky prescriber, 20 about as often and 63 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dana Hughes 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 Kentucky 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.
