RANA KAYALI M.D.
Prescription History 1720041577
Internal Medicine in Little Rock, AR

NPI Status: Active since April 11, 2006

Contact Information

2 SAINT VINCENT CIR
LITTLE ROCK, AR
ZIP 72205
Phone: (501) 552-3592
Fax: (501) 552-4129

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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 RANA KAYALI M.D., an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Little Rock, AR. Our medical registry currently tracks 38 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,459 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Pantoprazole Sodium, which accounts for 131 claims alone.


Albuterol Sulfate Hfa

Generic Formulation: Albuterol SulfateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 28.7
Days Supply 738
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills83.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,091
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $715.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.60

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 short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol.

Therapeutic Applications

Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

Allopurinol

Generic Formulation: AllopurinolSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills117.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,494
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $159.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.02

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 XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 88
30-Day Fills 119.0
Days Supply 3,556
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims159.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills333.2
Peer Average Days Supply9,933
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 44.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $503.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.02

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 long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 274
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.9
Peer Average Days Supply247
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 38.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $303.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.59

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 fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. 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.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 63.0
Days Supply 1,890
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims186.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills408.2
Peer Average Days Supply12,171
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $655.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.27

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 pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating 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.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 118
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.2
Peer Average Days Supply296
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $180.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.74

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 semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Bumetanide

Generic Formulation: BumetanideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 85
30-Day Fills 109.0
Days Supply 3,256
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,413
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 165.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,402.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$58.10

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 sulfamyl diuretic.

Therapeutic Applications

Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. Bumetanide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 64.0
Days Supply 1,920
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims85.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills167.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,978
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $309.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.41

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 carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers.

Cefuroxime

Generic Formulation: Cefuroxime AxetilSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 248
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.9
Peer Average Days Supply273
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 44.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $545.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.94

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 cephalosporin antibiotic.

Therapeutic Applications

Cefuroxime 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 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.

Chlorthalidone

Generic Formulation: ChlorthalidoneSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 321
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,878
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $114.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.58

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 benzenesulfonamide-phthalimidine that tautomerizes to a BENZOPHENONES form. It is considered a thiazide-like diuretic.

Therapeutic Applications

Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to reduce extra salt and water in the body caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Decreasing extra salt and water in the body helps to decrease swelling (edema) and breathing problems caused by fluid in the lungs. Chlorthalidone is a water pill (diuretic). It increases the amount of urine you make, especially when you first start the medication. It also helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 540
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims83.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills165.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,914
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 83.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $153.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.07

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 ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

Therapeutic Applications

Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 681
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,132
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $754.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.97

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

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Diphenoxylate-Atropine

Generic Formulation: Diphenoxylate Hcl/AtropineSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 194
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.8
Peer Average Days Supply286
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $261.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.49

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 diarrhea. It helps to decrease the number and frequency of bowel movements. It works by slowing the movement of the intestines. Diphenoxylate is similar to opioid pain relievers, but it acts mainly to slow the gut. Atropine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics, which help to dry up body fluids and also slow gut movement. This medication should not be used to treat diarrhea caused by certain types of infection (such as C. difficile-associated diarrhea following antibiotic therapy). Talk to your doctor for more details. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 6 years due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as breathing problems).

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 77
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.6
Peer Average Days Supply470
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $86.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.32

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.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 68
30-Day Fills 70.0
Days Supply 2,068
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims89.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills119.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,294
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $41,565.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$611.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$682.69

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Entresto

Generic Formulation: Sacubitril/ValsartanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 660
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims59.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,270
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,313.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$700.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$821.43

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 is used to treat certain types of heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. This product contains 2 medications: sacubitril and valsartan. Sacubitril belongs to a class of drugs called neprilysin inhibitors and valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). They work by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily, which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood to your body.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 67
30-Day Fills 89.0
Days Supply 2,624
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims106.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills181.7
Peer Average Days Supply5,290
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $352.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.88

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 benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 1,430
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims129.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills193.2
Peer Average Days Supply5,705
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 AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $773.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.81

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 cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Glimepiride

Generic Formulation: GlimepirideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills111.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,332
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $145.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.01

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

Alkaloids derived from TYRAMINE combined with 3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde via a norbelladine pathway, including GALANTAMINE, lycorine and crinine. They are found in the AMARYLLIDACEAE plant family.

Therapeutic Applications

Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be used with other diabetes medications. 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. Glimepiride belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin.

Hydralazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydralazine HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,620
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills73.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,173
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $656.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.38

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 135
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims131.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills131.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,950
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $194.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.60

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

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Isosorbide Mononitrate Er

Generic Formulation: Isosorbide MononitrateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,070
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $152.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.88

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

Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details.

Jardiance

Generic Formulation: EmpagliflozinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 1,110
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,740
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $23,438.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$651.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$895.76

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control 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. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Lantus Solostar

Generic Formulation: Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.AnlogSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 19.5
Days Supply 504
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,562
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,359.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$529.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$696.60

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 recombinant LONG ACTING INSULIN and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS.

Therapeutic Applications

Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with 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. Insulin glargine is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin glargine may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs. This monograph is about the following insulin glargine products: insulin glargine, insulin glargine-yfgn.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,230
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims114.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills247.6
Peer Average Days Supply7,393
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $409.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.17

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.

Clinical Summary

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Metformin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims108.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills229.2
Peer Average Days Supply6,830
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 88.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $116.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.18

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 biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients 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. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 75
30-Day Fills 99.0
Days Supply 2,970
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims95.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills196.7
Peer Average Days Supply5,867
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $892.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.87

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 65
30-Day Fills 87.0
Days Supply 2,585
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims90.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills175.0
Peer Average Days Supply5,192
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $389.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.68

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 118
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.8
Peer Average Days Supply286
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $139.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.16

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).

Midodrine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Midodrine HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 645
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.6
Peer Average Days Supply783
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,479.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$77.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$86.83

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 for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing. This condition is also known as orthostatic hypotension. Midodrine is used in people whose daily activities are severely affected by this condition, even after other treatments are used (such as support stockings). It is known as a sympathomimetic (alpha receptor agonist) that acts on the blood vessels to raise blood pressure.

Nifedipine Er

Generic Formulation: NifedipineSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,915
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $796.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$49.30

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 potent vasodilator agent with calcium antagonistic action. It is a useful anti-anginal agent that also lowers blood pressure.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may allow you to exercise more and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. Nifedipine belongs to a class of medications known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication must be taken regularly to be effective. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with their doctor or pharmacist, as well as other possibly safer forms of nifedipine (such as the long-acting tablets).

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 131
30-Day Fills 175.7
Days Supply 5,270
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims102.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills186.0
Peer Average Days Supply5,521
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 28.4% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,083.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.91

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.56

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

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).

Potassium Chloride

Generic Formulation: Potassium ChlorideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 110
30-Day Fills 141.0
Days Supply 4,230
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims100.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills168.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,927
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,958.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.02

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 white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 31.7
Days Supply 363
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.4
Peer Average Days Supply961
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $133.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.13

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 synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 58.0
Days Supply 1,725
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills87.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,592
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $497.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.50

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 potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic).

Sucralfate

Generic Formulation: SucralfateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 50.3
Days Supply 1,467
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,290
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,880.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$56.84

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 basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,260
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims88.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills171.9
Peer Average Days Supply5,106
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $385.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.99

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

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Valsartan

Generic Formulation: ValsartanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
AR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,993
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $305.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.38

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 tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

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 RANA KAYALI M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Little Rock, AR.

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 **Internal Medicine** 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.