JOSE RAMON VILLAMIL RODRIGUEZ MD
Prescription History 1700818721
Internal Medicine in Bayamon, PR
What does Dr. Villamil Rodriguez prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 13,560 Medicare prescriptions for 147 medications. The most prescribed was Simvastatin, with 768 prescriptions for 171 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. Villamil Rodriguez prescribes.
Medications 147 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 Puerto Rico prescribers.
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 768 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $5.51 per fill, versus $7.24 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 596 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (262). Medicare paid $10.01 per fill, versus $9.88 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 560 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $15.32 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 536 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (247). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $10.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs/arms (intermittent claudication due to occlusive artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 422 prescriptions for Pentoxifylline, about 7.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $43.51 per fill, versus $39.09 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 420 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (337). Medicare paid $7.84 per fill, versus $10.05 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 386 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $5.21 per fill, versus $4.51 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 361 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $637.86 per fill, versus $782.35 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 350 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (142). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $8.42 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 318 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (233). Medicare paid $79.67 per fill, versus $76.31 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 294 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (158). Medicare paid $8.31 per fill, versus $6.77 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 292 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (183). Medicare paid $12.15 per fill, versus $11.95 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 288 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (210). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $5.10 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 272 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $7.08 per fill, versus $7.83 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 256 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 5.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $18.17 per fill, versus $23.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 253 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $8.10 per fill, versus $7.25 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 243 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $4.73 per fill, versus $6.34 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 232 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $6.53 per fill, versus $5.52 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 222 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $10.93 per fill, versus $10.63 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 220 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $31.86 per fill, versus $30.10 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 211 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (163). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $5.61 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 197 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $10.49 per fill, versus $10.59 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 190 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (185). Medicare paid $8.86 per fill, versus $12.35 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 186 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $15.37 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 167 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $700.66 per fill, versus $747.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 166 prescriptions for Temazepam, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (168). Medicare paid $9.27 per fill, versus $9.16 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 product contains 2 medications: amlodipine and atorvastatin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 151 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Atorvastatin, about 5.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $104.82 per fill, versus $143.74 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 149 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $9.03 per fill, versus $10.21 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 148 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $11.31 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 148 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $9.85 per fill, versus $17.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 144 prescriptions for Indapamide, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $13.33 per fill, versus $15.58 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 142 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $10.83 per fill, versus $12.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 140 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (130). Medicare paid $10.98 per fill, versus $10.15 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 131 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $6.50 per fill, versus $8.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 117 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $21.30 per fill, versus $26.55 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 116 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.41 per fill, versus $5.11 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 107 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $7.96 per fill, versus $8.75 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 104 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.82 per fill, versus $17.27 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 102 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $13.07 per fill, versus $11.44 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 99 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 2.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $24.67 per fill, versus $32.46 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 96 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $18.37 per fill, versus $14.45 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 92 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $13.40 per fill, versus $21.00 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 92 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $113.98 per fill, versus $105.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 89 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.98 per fill, versus $9.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 85 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $13.36 per fill, versus $17.55 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 83 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $16.95 per fill, versus $16.14 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 77 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.45 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 66 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (250). Medicare paid $11.58 per fill, versus $10.12 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 65 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 67% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $16.10 per fill, versus $16.47 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 62 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.66 per fill, versus $8.95 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 62 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $19.19 per fill, versus $18.26 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 62 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $7.04 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
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 59 prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $68.89 per fill, versus $96.98 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 59 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $22.92 per fill, versus $30.51 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 54 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $16.44 per fill, versus $10.44 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 53 prescriptions for Xarelto, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $713.21 per fill, versus $774.22 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
Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 52 prescriptions for Colestipol Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $56.26 per fill, versus $59.35 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 52 prescriptions for Humalog, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $158.27 per fill, versus $126.60 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 49 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $11.94 per fill, versus $8.20 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 49 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $26.67 per fill, versus $23.38 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 44 prescriptions for Humulin 70-30, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $101.35 per fill, versus $106.01 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 42 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.96 per fill, versus $5.02 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 42 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $9.02 per fill, versus $7.40 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
Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 42 prescriptions for Nabumetone, about 72% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $18.97 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 41 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 75% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $11.21 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 41 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $17.34 per fill, versus $20.83 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
Orphenadrine is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 41 prescriptions for Orphenadrine Citrate Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $46.61 per fill, versus $23.64 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
Fosinopril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 40 prescriptions for Fosinopril Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $15.86 per fill, versus $23.96 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
This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 39 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $33.13 per fill, versus $20.38 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 39 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $10.93 per fill, versus $17.57 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 37 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $21.34 per fill, versus $16.23 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 37 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $867.76 per fill, versus $847.15 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 36 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 38% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $42.42 per fill, versus $43.35 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 36 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $5.61 per fill, versus $7.88 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 36 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.45 per fill, versus $6.25 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 35 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 74% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $94.09 per fill, versus $77.98 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 34 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $29.85 per fill, versus $35.08 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 33 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.98 per fill, versus $7.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 31 prescriptions for Candesartan-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 81% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $100.42 per fill, versus $136.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 31 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $25.68 per fill, versus $27.41 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 31 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 79% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $129.74 per fill, versus $108.79 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 30 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 63% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.10 per fill, versus $23.14 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 30 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.63 per fill, versus $13.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 30 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.37 per fill, versus $20.14 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 29 prescriptions for Diclofenac Potassium, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $46.57 per fill, versus $35.40 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 combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 29 prescriptions for Janumet, about 74% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $410.55 per fill, versus $779.20 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 29 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $25.24 per fill, versus $53.83 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 28 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $16.38 per fill, versus $17.21 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 28 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 69% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.10 per fill, versus $9.79 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 27 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $16.94 per fill, versus $19.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 27 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 23% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $5.39 per fill, versus $5.83 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 27 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.55 per fill, versus $15.62 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 26 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $31.82 per fill, versus $24.73 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 26 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 61% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $17.95 per fill, versus $23.23 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 24 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $25.28 per fill, versus $29.72 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
Mupirocin is used to treat infected cuts or wounds.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 24 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $126.27 per fill, versus $198.68 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 24 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.99 per fill, versus $11.20 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
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 24 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $20.88 per fill, versus $64.30 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 24 prescriptions for Sulindac, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $17.69 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 22 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $272.58 per fill, versus $261.53 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
Risedronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 22 prescriptions for Risedronate Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $52.65 per fill, versus $60.79 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
This medication is a combination of 3 drugs: empagliflozin, linagliptin, and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 22 prescriptions for Trijardy Xr, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $727.15 per fill, versus $769.13 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $4.85 per fill, versus $6.89 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $29.09 per fill, versus $34.46 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 21 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.02 per fill, versus $7.54 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 20 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $30.22 per fill, versus $34.56 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 diabetes medication is a combination of 2 drugs (glipizide and metformin).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 20 prescriptions for Glipizide-Metformin, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $55.20 per fill, versus $68.26 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 20 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $645.81 per fill, versus $859.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro, about 64% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $33.91 per fill, versus $41.87 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 12% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (157). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $12.94 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
This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 19 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $7.26 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 18% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $4.69 per fill, versus $7.48 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 to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 15% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $18.17 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 18 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.72 per fill, versus $8.82 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Humulin N, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $90.52 per fill, versus $90.78 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
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.68 per fill, versus $25.54 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.91 per fill, versus $5.45 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 23% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $8.44 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 combination of 2 drugs: dapagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 16 prescriptions for Xigduo Xr, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $385.05 per fill, versus $744.96 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 15 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 22% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $413.32 per fill, versus $421.42 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 depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 16% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $9.09 per fill, versus $10.61 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 28% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $9.90 per fill, versus $19.22 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 12% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $12.61 per fill, versus $7.30 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.84 per fill, versus $11.53 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 14 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 10% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (144). Medicare paid $5.54 per fill, versus $8.10 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $18.43 per fill, versus $18.29 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 16% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $8.02 per fill, versus $5.59 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.28 per fill, versus $7.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $11.21 per fill, versus $7.93 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
Theophylline is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 13 prescriptions for Theophylline Er, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $100.33 per fill, versus $94.30 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 medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.20 per fill, versus $32.47 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 21% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $37.78 per fill, versus $24.52 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
Sitagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Janumet Xr, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $436.99 per fill, versus $752.26 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $30.56 per fill, versus $40.36 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 30% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $17.36 per fill, versus $20.69 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
Tadalafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Tadalafil, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $29.46 per fill, versus $42.05 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 12 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 13% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $781.37 per fill, versus $680.92 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $40.25 per fill, versus $22.27 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 9% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $4.42 per fill, versus $6.72 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 30% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $9.46 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 25% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $17.88 per fill, versus $14.47 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 15% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $7.47 per fill, versus $12.35 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.21 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 24% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $14.46 per fill, versus $13.49 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.90 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.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $16.52 per fill, versus $18.13 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
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Villamil Rodriguez wrote 11 prescriptions for Synjardy Xr, about 22% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $622.90 per fill, versus $773.98 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. Villamil Rodriguez’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Villamil Rodriguez prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Villamil Rodriguez's most prescribed medications were Simvastatin (768), Gabapentin (596) and Metoprolol Succinate (560).
How does Dr. Villamil Rodriguez's prescribing compare with other Puerto Rico prescribers?
Of the 147 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Villamil Rodriguez prescribes 46 more often than the typical Puerto Rico prescriber, 28 about as often and 73 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Villamil Rodriguez 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 Puerto Rico 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.
