RITESH SHAH MD
Prescription History 1720037021
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Marietta, GA


Quality Rating: 92.93 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since May 06, 2006

Contact Information

711 CANTON RD NE
SUITE 300
MARIETTA, GA
ZIP 30060
Phone: (770) 429-0031
Fax: (678) 819-4299

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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 RITESH SHAH MD, an active Gastroenterology specialist practicing in Marietta, GA. Our medical registry currently tracks 12 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 779 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Pantoprazole Sodium, which accounts for 331 claims alone.


Budesonide Dr

Generic Formulation: BudesonideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 16.9
Days Supply 508
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.1
Peer Average Days Supply686
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,609.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$134.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$188.63

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 glucocorticoid used in the management of ASTHMA, the treatment of various skin disorders, and allergic RHINITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works directly in the lungs to make breathing easier by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. 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 as prescribed.

Cholestyramine

Generic Formulation: Cholestyramine (With Sugar)Specialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.8
Peer Average Days Supply778
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,992.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$124.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$104.86

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 strongly basic anion exchange resin whose main constituent is polystyrene trimethylbenzylammonium Cl(-) anion.

Therapeutic Applications

Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. Cholestyramine may also be used to treat itching in people with too much bile acid caused by a certain type of liver/bile duct disease (partial biliary obstruction). This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Colesevelam Hcl

Generic Formulation: Colesevelam HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 56.5
Days Supply 1,678
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.7
Peer Average Days Supply959
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 28.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,602.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$355.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$301.48

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.

Clinical Summary

An allylamine derivative that binds BILE ACIDS in the intestine and is used as an ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT in the treatment of HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and HYPERLIPIDEMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower cholesterol in people with high levels of cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. Colesevelam is also used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Colesevelam belongs to a class of drugs called bile acid-binding resins. Bile acid is a natural substance the liver makes by using cholesterol. This medication works by removing bile acid from the body. This causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol, which reduces cholesterol levels in the blood. It is not known how colesevelam works in lowering blood sugar.

Dicyclomine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dicyclomine HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 105
30-Day Fills 165.2
Days Supply 4,506
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,139
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 218.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,322.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.51

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.

Esomeprazole Magnesium

Generic Formulation: Esomeprazole MagnesiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 918
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,845
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $929.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$75.34

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.

Clinical Summary

The S-isomer of omeprazole.

Therapeutic Applications

Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Famotidine

Generic Formulation: FamotidineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 94
30-Day Fills 242.0
Days Supply 7,260
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.3
Peer Average Days Supply338
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 91.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,242.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.76

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 competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion.

Therapeutic Applications

Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Linzess

Generic Formulation: LinaclotideSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 51
30-Day Fills 90.0
Days Supply 2,700
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,688
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 41.7% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $49,032.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$961.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$814.60

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.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements.

Mesalamine

Generic Formulation: MesalamineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 658
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,162
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,269.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$772.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$655.93

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 anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the SALICYLATES, which is active in INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. It is considered to be the active moiety of SULPHASALAZINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 68
30-Day Fills 172.0
Days Supply 5,160
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims106.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills228.8
Peer Average Days Supply6,574
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $913.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.87

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.

Clinical Summary

A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 566
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply324
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $773.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$42.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.53

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 competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 331
30-Day Fills 770.0
Days Supply 23,081
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims89.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills183.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,311
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 271.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,417.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.66

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

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Peg 3350-Electrolyte

Generic Formulation: Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/PegSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 30.0
Days Supply 30
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.2
Peer Average Days Supply127
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $722.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.17

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

PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

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 RITESH SHAH MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Marietta, GA.

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 **Gastroenterology** 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.