RITI PATEL MD
Prescription History 1720053465
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Philadelphia, PA

NPI Status: Active since February 17, 2006

Contact Information

7114 RIDGE AVENUE
PHILADELPHIA, PA
ZIP 19128
Phone: (484) 476-1000
Fax: (484) 476-9000

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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 RITI PATEL MD, an active Cardiovascular Disease specialist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 25 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,159 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Rosuvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 190 claims alone.


Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 78
30-Day Fills 208.3
Days Supply 6,237
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims149.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills333.1
Peer Average Days Supply9,812
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $713.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.48

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

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.

Atenolol

Generic Formulation: AtenololSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 1,560
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills116.1
Peer Average Days Supply3,441
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 PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $275.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.51

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

Clinical Summary

A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect.

Therapeutic Applications

Atenolol 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. Atenolol 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.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 125
30-Day Fills 335.3
Days Supply 10,060
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims204.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills472.6
Peer Average Days Supply13,894
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,068.47 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.17

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

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.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 147.0
Days Supply 4,410
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills130.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,825
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $858.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.51

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

Clinical Summary

A 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.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 78.0
Days Supply 2,340
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills128.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,749
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $660.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.22

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: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,620
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,420
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,324.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$73.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$42.14

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.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 50
30-Day Fills 100.0
Days Supply 3,000
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims92.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills137.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,769
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $56,536.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,130.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$730.59

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.

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: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 30.0
Days Supply 900
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills73.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,122
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $19,442.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$972.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$906.84

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.

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.

Ezetimibe

Generic Formulation: EzetimibeSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,980
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,062
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $978.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.13

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

An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 50
30-Day Fills 119.8
Days Supply 3,594
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims96.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills167.9
Peer Average Days Supply4,713
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $359.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.19

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.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 61.0
Days Supply 1,830
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills192.2
Peer Average Days Supply5,720
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $209.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.29

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 thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Jardiance

Generic Formulation: EmpagliflozinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 630
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills80.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,356
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 PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $12,610.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$600.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$939.26

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.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 66
30-Day Fills 176.7
Days Supply 5,300
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims135.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills316.7
Peer Average Days Supply9,352
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $785.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.19

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

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: Lisinopril/HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 32.7
Days Supply 980
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills100.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,987
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $113.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.66

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not continue taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 117.0
Days Supply 3,510
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims105.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills249.5
Peer Average Days Supply7,390
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 PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $988.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.26

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.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 135
30-Day Fills 359.7
Days Supply 10,790
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims118.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills263.3
Peer Average Days Supply7,751
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,830.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.61

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 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: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 50.0
Days Supply 1,500
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills177.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,153
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $246.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.36

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

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.

Nebivolol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Nebivolol HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 135.0
Days Supply 4,050
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,380
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 122.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,237.80 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$106.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$95.81

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 cardioselective ADRENERGIC BETA-1 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST (beta-blocker) that functions as a VASODILATOR through the endothelial L-arginine/ NITRIC OXIDE system. It is used to manage HYPERTENSION and chronic HEART FAILURE in elderly patients.

Therapeutic Applications

Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 190
30-Day Fills 552.7
Days Supply 16,574
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims96.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills236.2
Peer Average Days Supply7,031
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 97.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,107.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.45

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 HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. 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 to 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. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Simvastatin

Generic Formulation: SimvastatinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims95.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills237.7
Peer Average Days Supply7,048
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $231.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.55

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 LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL.

Therapeutic Applications

Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. 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.

Sotalol

Generic Formulation: Sotalol HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,912
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 46.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $263.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.87

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 serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia. It is also used to treat certain fast/irregular heartbeats (atrial fibrillation/flutter) in patients with severe symptoms such as weakness and shortness of breath. Sotalol helps to lessen these symptoms. It slows the heart rate and helps the heart to beat more normally and regularly. This medication is both a beta blocker and an anti-arrhythmic.

Torsemide

Generic Formulation: TorsemideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 1,230
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,878
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $336.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.24

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 pyridine and sulfonamide derivative that acts as a sodium-potassium chloride symporter inhibitor (loop diuretic). It is used for the treatment of EDEMA associated with CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE; CHRONIC RENAL INSUFFICIENCY; and LIVER DISEASES. It is also used for the management of HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Torsemide 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. Torsemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Valsartan

Generic Formulation: ValsartanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 96.0
Days Supply 2,880
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills86.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,551
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,475.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.04

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.

Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: Valsartan/HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 107.8
Days Supply 3,224
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,997
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 50.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,219.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$56.91

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$62.21

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

Therapeutic Applications

This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water.

Xarelto

Generic Formulation: RivaroxabanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills78.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,206
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $15,726.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,048.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$800.52

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 morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

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 RITI PATEL MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Philadelphia, PA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Cardiovascular Disease** 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.