DR. JAMES CHINGSHIAN WU M.D.
Prescription History 1720070113
Otolaryngology - Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck in Brentwood, CA
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. JAMES CHINGSHIAN WU M.D., an active Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck specialist practicing in Brentwood, CA. Our medical registry currently tracks 11 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 320 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Azelastine Hcl, which accounts for 59 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other CA PrescribersVs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 59 | $31.84▼ below CA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Azelastine Hcl: This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Show more ▾ Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms. In 2023, this provider wrote 59 Medicare prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical California prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $31.84 per fill, versus $42.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 63.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,720 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 55 | $63.87▼ below CA avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil: This medication is used to treat eczema of the outer ear (also known as chronic itchy ear). Show more ▾ The main symptom is itchiness, but redness, flaking, or oozing may also occur. Fluocinolone reduces these symptoms. This medication is a low- to medium-strength corticosteroid. In 2023, this provider wrote 55 Medicare prescriptions for Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil, about 2 times the volume of the typical California prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $63.87 per fill, versus $72.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 71.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,991 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Prednisone | 40 | $3.95▼ below CA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ 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. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about the same volume as the typical California prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $3.95 per fill, versus $8.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 428 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ciprofloxacin-DexamethasoneCiprofloxacin Hcl/Dexameth | 28 | $129.35▼ below CA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone: This medication is used to treat bacterial ear infections. Show more ▾ It is used to treat middle ear infections in children with ear tubes, as well as outer ear infections (also known as swimmer's ear) in children and adults. This medication contains a combination of ciprofloxacin (a quinolone-type antibiotic) and dexamethasone (an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid). This ear drop works by stopping the growth of bacteria and reducing ear swelling and discomfort. This medication treats only bacterial ear infections. It will not work for other types of ear infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical California prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $129.35 per fill, versus $170.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 475 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ipratropium Bromide | 26 | $37.79▼ below CA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ipratropium Bromide: Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ 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. For preventing symptoms of lung disease, this medication must be used regularly to be effective. Use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) for wheezing or sudden shortness of breath unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Ipratropium does not work as fast as your quick-relief inhaler, but may sometimes be used to relieve symptoms of wheezing or sudden shortness of breath if so prescribed by your doctor. A muscarinic antagonist structurally related to ATROPINE but often considered safer and more effective for inhalation use. It is used for various bronchial disorders, in rhinitis, and as an antiarrhythmic. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 81% of the volume of the typical California prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $37.79 per fill, versus $48.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 37.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,090 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate PotassAmoxicillin/Potassium Clav | 22 | $16.23 | ≈ Typical |
About Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass: Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ 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. A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about the same volume as the typical California prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $16.23 per fill, versus $13.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 271 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Betamethasone Diprop AugmentedBetamethasone/Propylene Glyc | 22 | $76.64▼ below CA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Betamethasone Diprop Augmented: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Show more ▾ Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Betamethasone Diprop Augmented, about the same volume as the typical California prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $76.64 per fill, versus $111.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 22.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 537 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluticasone Propionate | 21 | $15.30▼ below CA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fluticasone Propionate: Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half the volume of the typical California prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $15.30 per fill, versus $16.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 930 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrocortisone-Acetic AcidHydrocortisone/Acetic Acid | 19 | $99.74▼ below CA avg | ≈ Typical |
About Hydrocortisone-Acetic Acid: This combination medication is used to treat outer ear infections (such as swimmer's ear). Show more ▾ This product contains 2 medications. Acetic acid works by stopping the growth of bacteria and fungus. Hydrocortisone is a steroid that helps to decrease the redness, swelling, and itching from the infection. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocortisone-Acetic Acid, about the same volume as the typical California prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $99.74 per fill, versus $103.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 19.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 452 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 17 | $6.97▼ below CA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 71% of the volume of the typical California prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $6.97 per fill, versus $22.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 11 | $6.14▼ below CA avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about a quarter of the volume of the typical California prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $6.14 per fill, versus $31.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average CA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the CA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 52 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. JAMES CHINGSHIAN WU M.D. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck prescribing approach at this Brentwood, CA practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among CA prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
