JENNIFER ANNE MCDONNELL MD
Prescription History 1689839607
Internal Medicine in Chicago, IL
What does Dr. Mcdonnell prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 743 Medicare prescriptions for 36 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 69 prescriptions for 35 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. Mcdonnell prescribes.
Medications 36 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Illinois prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 69 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (208). Medicare paid $8.64 per fill, versus $9.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 50 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 34% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $5.16 per fill, versus $6.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 49 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 80% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $46.17 per fill, versus $31.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 38 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 71% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $46.01 per fill, versus $12.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 36 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 31% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $8.10 per fill, versus $9.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 29 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 38% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $3.88 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 25 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $20.86 per fill, versus $21.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 25 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 29% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $21.69 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 25 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 35% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $35.55 per fill, versus $20.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 21 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 17% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $12.56 per fill, versus $14.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 20 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 28% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $6.54 per fill, versus $8.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 20 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.22 per fill, versus $8.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 19 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 21% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $5.74 per fill, versus $5.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 18 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 19% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $824.57 per fill, versus $848.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 18 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $45.63 per fill, versus $27.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 18 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.91 per fill, versus $5.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 16 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 10% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $8.99 per fill, versus $10.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 16 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 27% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $12.51 per fill, versus $10.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 16 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 19% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $10.51 per fill, versus $12.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 15 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.21 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 14 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $4.51 per fill, versus $6.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 14 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 12% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $4.67 per fill, versus $7.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 42% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $42.67 per fill, versus $25.92 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 prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 13 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 38% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $365.39 per fill, versus $513.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 26% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $14.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.59 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.63 per fill, versus $16.82 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 13 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 25% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $8.75 per fill, versus $4.12 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 12 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 24% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $17.08 per fill, versus $8.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 12 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $25.37 per fill, versus $50.54 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 12 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 12% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $6.88 per fill, versus $7.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 12 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 11% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $41.10 per fill, versus $13.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 12 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 13% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $18.11 per fill, versus $14.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 11 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 11% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $26.14 per fill, versus $11.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 11 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 30% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.69 per fill, versus $9.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Mcdonnell wrote 11 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $64.38 per fill, versus $69.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Mcdonnell’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Mcdonnell prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Mcdonnell's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (69), Amlodipine Besylate (50) and Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (49).
How does Dr. Mcdonnell's prescribing compare with other Illinois prescribers?
Of the 36 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Mcdonnell prescribes 1 about as often than the typical Illinois prescriber and 35 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Mcdonnell prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Illinois prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
