DR. MICHAEL PETELIS DO
Prescription History 1699861237
Family Medicine in Mineola, NY
What does Dr. Petelis prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Petelis wrote 4,641 Medicare prescriptions for 96 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 312 prescriptions for 95 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. Petelis prescribes.
Medications 96 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 New York 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 312 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $10.41 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 287 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $13.16 per fill, versus $14.37 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 242 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $7.61 per fill, versus $6.16 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 186 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $17.41 per fill, versus $13.15 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 181 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $10.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 161 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $9.51 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 145 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $11.58 per fill, versus $14.99 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 113 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.27 per fill, versus $4.36 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 100 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $8.07 per fill, versus $8.04 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 92 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $9.27 per fill, versus $11.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 90 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $30.05 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 90 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $15.87 per fill, versus $12.76 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 90 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $11.62 per fill, versus $11.48 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 79 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $27.51 per fill, versus $33.48 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 77 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $12.20 per fill, versus $12.77 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 72 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $12.90 per fill, versus $14.09 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 70 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $13.78 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 67 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $4.19 per fill, versus $6.31 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 67 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $10.10 per fill, versus $9.83 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 67 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.46 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 66 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.88 per fill, versus $4.76 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 66 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $10.88 per fill, versus $10.86 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 65 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 2.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $13.56 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 64 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $19.39 per fill, versus $15.82 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 63 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $2.35 per fill, versus $3.65 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 61 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $14.42 per fill, versus $13.04 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 61 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 66% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $5.72 per fill, versus $6.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 57 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.93 per fill, versus $8.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 54 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $13.13 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 52 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.01 per fill, versus $10.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 49 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 70% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $3.78 per fill, versus $4.82 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 44 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.94 per fill, versus $10.34 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 44 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $1,157.03 per fill, versus $874.81 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 44 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,240.05 per fill, versus $893.24 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 43 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 41 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.20 per fill, versus $11.93 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 41 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,082.51 per fill, versus $1,284.03 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 39 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $11.08 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 39 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $78.74 per fill, versus $69.95 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 37 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $154.63 per fill, versus $117.03 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 35 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $14.49 per fill, versus $15.60 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 32 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.37 per fill, versus $9.14 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 30 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,320.87 per fill, versus $1,011.66 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 30 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $10.11 per fill, versus $6.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 29 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $16.11 per fill, versus $16.11 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 29 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 62% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.59 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 29 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $5.50 per fill, versus $8.54 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 27 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.69 per fill, versus $8.73 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 27 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $24.26 per fill, versus $26.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 27 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 62% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.35 per fill, versus $15.21 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 25 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.34 per fill, versus $10.00 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 24 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 71% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $19.92 per fill, versus $22.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 22 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.68 per fill, versus $7.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 22 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $42.18 per fill, versus $26.15 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 21 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $15.70 per fill, versus $19.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 21 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $0.78 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 20 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $15.45 per fill, versus $7.92 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 19 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.73 per fill, versus $17.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 19 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about 76% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $66.12 per fill, versus $80.28 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 18 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $30.46 per fill, versus $10.95 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
Lovastatin 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 18 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $10.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 18 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 29% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $638.81 per fill, versus $832.82 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 17 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.49 per fill, versus $16.56 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $31.96 per fill, versus $10.50 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
Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 17 prescriptions for Isosorbide Dinitrate, about 77% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $53.99 per fill, versus $40.33 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 17 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.52 per fill, versus $13.08 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 17 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $75.39 per fill, versus $80.78 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.48 per fill, versus $8.37 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 (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 17 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $25.42 per fill, versus $24.80 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 17 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $5.13 per fill, versus $30.22 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 16 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $22.98 per fill, versus $30.63 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 16 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.58 per fill, versus $25.78 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.35 per fill, versus $15.80 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 15 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.58 per fill, versus $6.51 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 15 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $848.37 per fill, versus $974.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 15 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $56.20 per fill, versus $58.16 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 14 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $3.70 per fill, versus $7.76 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 14 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $19.14 per fill, versus $11.69 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 product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 14 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $159.63 per fill, versus $110.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 14 prescriptions for Linzess, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $683.45 per fill, versus $683.33 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 14 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.54 per fill, versus $8.12 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 14 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.80 per fill, versus $31.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 14 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $65.02 per fill, versus $16.33 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 13 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1.67 per fill, versus $6.65 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 in emergencies to treat very serious allergic reactions to insect stings/bites, foods, drugs, or other substances.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 13 prescriptions for Epinephrine, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $254.07 per fill, versus $242.88 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
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 13 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $125.70 per fill, versus $40.16 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 13 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.71 per fill, versus $18.81 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 13 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $25.83 per fill, versus $32.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 12 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 60% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $8.04 per fill, versus $15.22 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
Cefuroxime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 11 prescriptions for Cefuroxime, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.67 per fill, versus $13.60 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 prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 11 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $222.93 per fill, versus $61.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 11 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 23% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $26.42 per fill, versus $23.60 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 11 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $3.62 per fill, versus $7.95 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 11 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 20% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1,075.18 per fill, versus $1,279.00 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 or prevent certain urinary tract infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 11 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $36.07 per fill, versus $28.72 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Petelis wrote 11 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,232.27 per fill, versus $942.48 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. Petelis’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Petelis prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Petelis's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (312), Rosuvastatin Calcium (287) and Amlodipine Besylate (242).
How does Dr. Petelis's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 96 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Petelis prescribes 17 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 22 about as often and 57 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Petelis 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 New York 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.
