MR. STEPHEN TRACY SIGMUND MD
Prescription History 1700846607
Internal Medicine in Templeton, CA
What does Dr. Sigmund prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Sigmund wrote 3,453 Medicare prescriptions for 72 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 280 prescriptions for 86 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. Sigmund prescribes.
Medications 72 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 California prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 280 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $8.91 per fill, versus $7.08 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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 257 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $19.32 per fill, versus $13.30 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 244 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $14.62 per fill, versus $10.47 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 233 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $14.46 per fill, versus $10.35 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 158 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $17.77 per fill, versus $14.23 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 152 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $9.05 per fill, versus $8.30 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 114 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $14.53 per fill, versus $11.26 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 98 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 3.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.28 per fill, versus $9.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 96 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $15.60 per fill, versus $9.26 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 90 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $22.70 per fill, versus $15.63 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 83 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $4.48 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 65 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $15.19 per fill, versus $9.03 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 62 prescriptions for Finasteride, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $16.29 per fill, versus $13.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 59 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $63.34 per fill, versus $24.72 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 58 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $17.92 per fill, versus $15.02 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 55 prescriptions for Atenolol, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 52 prescriptions for Farxiga, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,073.91 per fill, versus $914.82 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 52 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $15.64 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 48 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $20.51 per fill, versus $26.00 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 47 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $16.15 per fill, versus $11.14 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 46 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $9.65 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 44 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $19.98 per fill, versus $10.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 44 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $19.80 per fill, versus $13.87 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 41 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 73% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,101.03 per fill, versus $1,102.15 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 40 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $39.10 per fill, versus $28.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 38 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $22.73 per fill, versus $25.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 36 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $50.91 per fill, versus $28.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 36 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,212.90 per fill, versus $923.33 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 36 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $6.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 33 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $14.24 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 32 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $14.82 per fill, versus $9.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 28 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $999.01 per fill, versus $801.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 27 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $20.54 per fill, versus $24.00 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 27 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $996.20 per fill, versus $952.66 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 26 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $23.97 per fill, versus $19.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 25 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.67 per fill, versus $19.05 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 25 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $19.73 per fill, versus $13.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.95 per fill, versus $14.35 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 24 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,625.65 per fill, versus $915.30 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 23 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $15.26 per fill, versus $32.27 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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 22 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.00 per fill, versus $11.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 22 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $18.66 per fill, versus $6.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 22 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $15.85 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 22 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $18.61 per fill, versus $9.59 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 21 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $19.81 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 21 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $31.57 per fill, versus $19.69 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 control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 19 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,250.36 per fill, versus $562.44 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $160.05 per fill, versus $155.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 19 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.69 per fill, versus $7.82 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 18 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $23.84 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 16 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.02 per fill, versus $11.17 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 16 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.75 per fill, versus $13.21 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $30.40 per fill, versus $23.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 16 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.41 per fill, versus $23.92 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 15 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,748.28 per fill, versus $933.82 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 15 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 34% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $975.66 per fill, versus $1,191.18 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
Glyburide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 14 prescriptions for Glyburide, about 90% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $16.06 per fill, versus $11.30 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 14 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $235.58 per fill, versus $110.37 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 certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 14 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $591.00 per fill, versus $698.68 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 13 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $24.01 per fill, versus $8.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 13 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $8.24 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 13 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $22.33 per fill, versus $107.23 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
Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 13 prescriptions for Nabumetone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $23.48 per fill, versus $20.67 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 12 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.24 per fill, versus $4.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 12 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.13 per fill, versus $15.44 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 12 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.96 per fill, versus $10.93 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 11 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $12.32 per fill, versus $17.05 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 11 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.88 per fill, versus $12.53 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 11 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 20% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $12.66 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 11 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.72 per fill, versus $5.64 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 11 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $21.57 per fill, versus $37.76 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Sigmund wrote 11 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $88.03 per fill, versus $35.75 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. Sigmund’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Sigmund prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Sigmund's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (280), Levothyroxine Sodium (257) and Atorvastatin Calcium (244).
How does Dr. Sigmund's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 72 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Sigmund prescribes 11 more often than the typical California prescriber, 14 about as often and 47 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Sigmund 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 California 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.
