SUSAN SMITH PA-C
Prescription History 1720006349
Physician Assistant in Las Vegas, NV


Quality Rating: 99.15 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since July 18, 2006

Contact Information

9097 W POST RD
SUITE 100
LAS VEGAS, NV
ZIP 89148
Phone: (702) 430-5333
Fax: (702) 430-5335

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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 SUSAN SMITH PA-C, an active Physician Assistant specialist practicing in Las Vegas, NV. Our medical registry currently tracks 20 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 695 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Triamcinolone Acetonide, which accounts for 178 claims alone.


Acyclovir

Generic Formulation: AcyclovirSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 405
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.0
Peer Average Days Supply962
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $247.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.47

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 GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes.

Therapeutic Applications

Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox. This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. In addition, in people with a weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease the risk of the virus spreading to other parts of the body and causing serious infections.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 100
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.2
Peer Average Days Supply315
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $165.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.06

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.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Clindamycin Phosphate

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin PhosphateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 895
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,001
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,815.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$58.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.87

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 a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) in women who are not pregnant. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 60
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,395
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,115
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 53.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,045.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.18

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 derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 1,336
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.5
Peer Average Days Supply429
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 55.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,138.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.69

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 synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Doxycycline Monohydrate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline MonohydrateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.0
Peer Average Days Supply487
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,030.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.03

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 plant family of the order Dipsacales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. Members of this family are sometimes classified in CAPRIFOLIACEAE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin condition called rosacea. It helps to reduce the number of pimples and bumps on the face, but it may not decrease redness. It works by reducing skin inflammation caused by rosacea. Although doxycycline belongs to the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, this product does not work as an antibiotic because it does not stop the growth of bacteria. Do not use this product to treat any infection, including viral infections (such as the common cold, flu). Use this medication only as prescribed by your doctor.

Fluocinonide

Generic Formulation: FluocinonideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,020
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.4
Peer Average Days Supply747
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 48.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,342.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$57.74

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 topical glucocorticoid used in the treatment of ECZEMA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergies, rash). Fluocinonide reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 388
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.6
Peer Average Days Supply901
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,118.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$79.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$99.61

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 pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluorouracil is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 470
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.0
Peer Average Days Supply872
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $136.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.82

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

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Hydroxyzine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydroxyzine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 540
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,211
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $126.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.67

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 62
30-Day Fills 67.0
Days Supply 1,831
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,431
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 29.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,057.41 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.44

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

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 522
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.4
Peer Average Days Supply313
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,165.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$64.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.91

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 nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Minocycline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Minocycline HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.1
Peer Average Days Supply854
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $107.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.13

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 TETRACYCLINE analog, having a 7-dimethylamino and lacking the 5 methyl and hydroxyl groups, which is effective against tetracycline-resistant STAPHYLOCOCCUS infections.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat acne or rosacea. Minocycline belongs to a class of drugs known as tetracycline antibiotics. However, it is not used to treat skin infections. It helps decrease pimples and red bumps that happen with acne or rosacea.

Mometasone Furoate

Generic Formulation: Mometasone FuroateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.8
Peer Average Days Supply996
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $540.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.60

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 pregnadienediol derivative ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT and ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENT that is used in the management of ASTHMA and ALLERGIC RHINITIS. It is also used as a topical treatment for skin disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

Mometasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. Mometasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 779
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.5
Peer Average Days Supply569
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $291.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.25

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 topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Nystatin

Generic Formulation: NystatinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,030
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.2
Peer Average Days Supply471
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 80.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $573.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.93

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.75

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

Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3.

Therapeutic Applications

Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus.

Otezla

Generic Formulation: ApremilastSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.0
Peer Average Days Supply600
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $112,828.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4,905.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4,608.82

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 a certain type of arthritis (psoriatic arthritis). Apremilast is also used to treat a certain type of skin condition (moderate to severe plaque psoriasis). Apremilast belongs to a class of drugs known as phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) inhibitors. For the treatment of psoriatic arthritis, it decreases pain and swelling, and may help improve flexibility in the affected joints. For the treatment of plaque psoriasis, it may help to reduce the redness, thickening, and scaling of the skin that occurs with this condition. Apremilast is also used to treat mouth sores in people who have Behcet's disease. It helps to reduce the pain and improve the healing of these mouth sores.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 429
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.2
Peer Average Days Supply346
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $117.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.42

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 drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 178
30-Day Fills 182.8
Days Supply 4,589
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,220
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 345.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,400.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.56

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

An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,160
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.5
Peer Average Days Supply690
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 45.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,358.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.61

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 prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal.

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 SUSAN SMITH PA-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Las Vegas, NV.

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 **Physician Assistant** 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.