DR. JOEL DOUGLAS ABBOTT MD
Prescription History 1689659021
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Mountain Brk, AL
What does Dr. Abbott prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Abbott wrote 8,132 Medicare prescriptions for 87 medications. The most prescribed was Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (hydrocodone/acetaminophen), with 697 prescriptions for 99 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Abbott prescribes.
Medications 87 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 Alabama prescribers.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 697 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (169). Medicare paid $17.11 per fill, versus $18.38 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 623 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 6.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $69.47 per fill, versus $53.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 472 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $33.49 per fill, versus $27.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 465 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (134). Medicare paid $31.17 per fill, versus $25.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 462 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 6.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $22.03 per fill, versus $24.31 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
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 Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 454 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 7.8 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.81 per fill, versus $4.18 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 449 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $12.54 per fill, versus $13.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 439 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $5.95 per fill, versus $4.96 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 379 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 3.8 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $6.78 per fill, versus $7.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 337 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 5.9 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $60.20 per fill, versus $29.93 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 225 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $36.03 per fill, versus $30.15 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 188 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.47 per fill, versus $8.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 182 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $70.28 per fill, versus $26.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 151 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $10.74 per fill, versus $11.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 134 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.55 per fill, versus $10.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 133 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $9.00 per fill, versus $11.00 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 treat depression.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 122 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $13.69 per fill, versus $9.51 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
This medication is used to treat or prevent serious blood cell disorders (such as thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, anemia) caused by certain drugs (folic acid antagonists such as methotrexate, trimethoprim, pyrimethamine).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 97 prescriptions for Leucovorin Calcium, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.70 per fill, versus $42.31 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 95 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 78% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $14.96 per fill, versus $15.06 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 85 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $5.35 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 83 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $17.21 per fill, versus $8.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis, chronic back pain).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 82 prescriptions for Buprenorphine, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $276.31 per fill, versus $264.73 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 70 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (128). Medicare paid $11.52 per fill, versus $12.19 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
Upadacitinib is used to treat certain types of arthritis (such as psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis- pJIA).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 70 prescriptions for Rinvoq, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6,475.90 per fill, versus $6,755.51 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
Adalimumab is used to reduce pain and swelling due to certain types of arthritis (such as rheumatoid, psoriatic, juvenile idiopathic, ankylosing spondylitis).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 66 prescriptions for Humira(Cf) Pen, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7,085.44 per fill, versus $8,744.42 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 66 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $15.67 per fill, versus $12.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 63 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 82% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $4.36 per fill, versus $6.42 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 61 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $9.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 53 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $5.69 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 53 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.30 per fill, versus $15.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 51 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $78.92 per fill, versus $106.74 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
Abaloparatide is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 46 prescriptions for Tymlos, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $2,621.92 per fill, versus $2,764.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 44 prescriptions for Etodolac, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $79.45 per fill, versus $40.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer, severe psoriasis, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 39 prescriptions for Methotrexate Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $11.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 39 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 61% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $51.20 per fill, versus $32.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 36 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 79% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $19.15 per fill, versus $27.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat symptoms of dry mouth due to a certain immune disease (Sjogren's syndrome).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 36 prescriptions for Cevimeline Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $185.58 per fill, versus $168.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 36 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $9.91 per fill, versus $11.50 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 36 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $6.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 36 prescriptions for Nabumetone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $31.16 per fill, versus $20.37 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
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 Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 34 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 34% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $2.31 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 33 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 84% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.24 per fill, versus $9.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 31 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 33% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $16.08 per fill, versus $19.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sulfasalazine is used to treat a certain type of bowel disease called ulcerative colitis.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 31 prescriptions for Sulfasalazine, about 70% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $34.75 per fill, versus $25.11 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 30 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $27.37 per fill, versus $40.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 25 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $4.14 per fill, versus $7.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, a condition in which the body's defense system (immune system) fails to recognize the body as itself and attacks the healthy tissues around the joints.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 25 prescriptions for Leflunomide, about 32% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $47.55 per fill, versus $77.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 25 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 81% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $12.19 per fill, versus $14.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 24 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 66% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $185.05 per fill, versus $111.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 24 prescriptions for Temazepam, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $8.51 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 23 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $8.36 per fill, versus $8.97 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
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 22 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 78% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $65.11 per fill, versus $56.08 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 22 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $16.52 per fill, versus $15.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, a condition in which the body's own defense system (immune system) attacks healthy tissue.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 22 prescriptions for Orencia Clickject, about 61% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5,621.83 per fill, versus $5,870.37 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
Azathioprine is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 21 prescriptions for Azathioprine, about 80% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $44.46 per fill, versus $52.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or in combination with an immunosuppressant (such as methotrexate) to treat certain types of arthritis (such as rheumatoid, psoriatic, juvenile idiopathic, and ankylosing spondylitis).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 21 prescriptions for Enbrel Sureclick, about 42% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7,500.44 per fill, versus $7,831.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Teriparatide is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 21 prescriptions for Forteo, about 88% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4,319.92 per fill, versus $4,351.36 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 21 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $5.26 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 20 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $4.24 per fill, versus $6.63 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
Teriparatide is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 20 prescriptions for Teriparatide, about 80% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $3,129.14 per fill, versus $2,396.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to reduce pain and swelling due to certain inflammatory conditions (such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, plaque psoriasis, polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 18 prescriptions for Cimzia (2 Pack), about 77% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8,726.06 per fill, versus $6,609.56 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 18 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 65% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.18 per fill, versus $12.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 17 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 9% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $6.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 17 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium Er, about 74% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $139.68 per fill, versus $50.62 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 a certain type of arthritis (psoriatic arthritis).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 17 prescriptions for Otezla, about 69% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4,779.08 per fill, versus $4,671.15 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
Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 16 prescriptions for Carisoprodol, about 78% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $9.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $19.53 per fill, versus $14.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by a condition called fibromyalgia that affects the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and supporting tissues.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 16 prescriptions for Savella, about as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $689.68 per fill, versus $480.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 16 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $20.87 per fill, versus $13.31 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 15 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 37% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $27.80 per fill, versus $56.42 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
Mycophenolate is used in combination with other medications to keep your body from attacking and rejecting your transplanted organ (such as kidney, liver, heart).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 15 prescriptions for Mycophenolate Mofetil, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $109.06 per fill, versus $117.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 15 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $43.06 per fill, versus $65.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 14 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.10 per fill, versus $16.52 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
Febuxostat is used to lower uric acid levels in people with gout.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 14 prescriptions for Febuxostat, about 66% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $225.09 per fill, versus $111.78 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 14 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $18.07 per fill, versus $18.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 13 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 6% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (210). Medicare paid $16.91 per fill, versus $12.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 13 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 40% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $49.05 per fill, versus $14.31 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 13 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 34% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.44 per fill, versus $12.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Adalimumab is used to reduce pain and swelling due to certain types of arthritis (such as rheumatoid, psoriatic, juvenile idiopathic, ankylosing spondylitis).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 12 prescriptions for Humira Pen, about 67% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $6,507.26 per fill, versus $7,836.37 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 14% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $2.12 per fill, versus $4.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 12 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 21% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $13.48 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
This medication is used to treat constipation caused by opioid medications in people with ongoing pain that is not caused by cancer.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 12 prescriptions for Movantik, about 41% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $534.49 per fill, versus $426.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve ongoing severe pain.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 12 prescriptions for Nucynta Er, about half as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $1,543.12 per fill, versus $1,132.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat symptoms of dry mouth due to a certain immune disease (Sjogren's syndrome) or from saliva gland damage due to radiation treatments of the head/neck for cancer.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 12 prescriptions for Pilocarpine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $98.46 per fill, versus $72.98 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 rheumatoid arthritis in adults and in children (such as polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis-PJIA, systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis-SJIA).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 11 prescriptions for Actemra Actpen, about 39% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3,027.90 per fill, versus $3,919.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, a condition in which the body's own defense system (immune system) attacks healthy tissue.
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 11 prescriptions for Orencia, about 39% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $4,324.31 per fill, versus $4,823.75 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Alabama prescribers
Dr. Abbott wrote 11 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 27% as often as the typical Alabama prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.12 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.
Questions about Dr. Abbott’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Abbott prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Abbott's most prescribed medications were Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (697), Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate (623) and Methotrexate (472).
How does Dr. Abbott's prescribing compare with other Alabama prescribers?
Of the 87 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Abbott prescribes 29 more often than the typical Alabama prescriber, 17 about as often and 41 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Abbott 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 Alabama 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.
