MICHAEL J RYMAR OD
Prescription History 1700998549
Optometrist in Hazle Township, PA


Quality Rating: 52.52 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since August 31, 2006

Contact Information

789 AIRPORT RD
HAZLE TOWNSHIP, PA
ZIP 18202
Phone: (570) 455-5498
Fax: (570) 455-4219

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for MICHAEL J RYMAR OD, an active Optometrist specialist practicing in Hazle Township, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 16 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 743 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Latanoprost, which accounts for 272 claims alone.


Alphagan P

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine TartrateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 31.5
Days Supply 895
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills68.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,943
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,005.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$333.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$351.63

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Brimonidine Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine TartrateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 50
30-Day Fills 86.0
Days Supply 2,528
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills92.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,628
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,125.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.51

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Combigan

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine Tartrate/TimololSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 444
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,052
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,442.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$222.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$368.72

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pharmaceutical preparation of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate. The combined ADRENERGIC ALPHA2 RECEPTOR AGONIST and ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONIST activity of these drugs reduce INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE in GLAUCOMA patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Cyclosporine

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,620
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,222
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12,793.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$426.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$675.67

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Dorzolamide Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide HclSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 76.3
Days Supply 2,234
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills89.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,658
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,361.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.06

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Dorzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol MaleatSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 25.2
Days Supply 745
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims76.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills157.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,705
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $396.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.98

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 272
30-Day Fills 511.7
Days Supply 14,690
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims123.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills210.1
Peer Average Days Supply5,946
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 121.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,636.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.58

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Lumigan

Generic Formulation: BimatoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 90
30-Day Fills 162.2
Days Supply 4,633
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills126.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,615
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $42,804.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$475.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$440.78

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth

Generic Formulation: Neomycin/Polymyxin B/DexamethaSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 125
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.8
Peer Average Days Supply701
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $144.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.21

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat conditions involving swelling (inflammation) of the eyes and to treat or prevent bacterial eye infections. This product contains neomycin and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. It also contains dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections and may worsen them (such as infections caused by viruses, fungi, mycobacteria). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Prednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Prednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 37.1
Days Supply 1,084
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims130.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills166.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,249
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 83.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $942.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.36

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Restasis

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 81.5
Days Supply 2,445
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills78.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,297
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $56,223.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,277.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,073.38

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Simbrinza

Generic Formulation: Brinzolamide/Brimonidine TartSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 35.3
Days Supply 1,058
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,329
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,151.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$267.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$256.48

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two medications used to treat high pressure in the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle glaucoma-type) or a certain other eye disease (ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This product contains brinzolamide and brimonidine. These two medications work together to decrease the amount of fluid within the eye. Brinzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Brimonidine belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. This product is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol MaleateSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 80.2
Days Supply 2,405
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.3
Peer Average Days Supply635
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 150.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,547.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$467.95

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

Travoprost

Generic Formulation: TravoprostSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 66.3
Days Supply 1,969
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,641
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,354.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$238.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$247.51

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol derivative that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Travoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Vyzulta

Generic Formulation: Latanoprostene BunodSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 17.3
Days Supply 485
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,160
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,450.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$313.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$399.99

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprostene bunod is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by controlling the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Xiidra

Generic Formulation: LifitegrastSpecialty: Optometry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 930
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,326
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $21,009.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,750.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,033.34

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat dry eye disease.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like MICHAEL J RYMAR OD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Hazle Township, PA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Optometrist** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.