DR. WILLIAM LLOYD BOOKER MD
Prescription History 1720087521
Family Medicine in Clarksdale, MS
What does Dr. Booker prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Booker wrote 8,741 Medicare prescriptions for 141 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 384 prescriptions for 116 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Booker prescribes.
Medications 141 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Mississippi prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 384 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (185). Medicare paid $4.94 per fill, versus $4.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 352 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $7.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 298 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $12.49 per fill, versus $12.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 295 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 4.9 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $6.23 per fill, versus $5.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 288 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $12.25 per fill, versus $25.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 231 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $15.23 per fill, versus $15.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 225 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $6.05 per fill, versus $6.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 201 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $9.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 197 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 6.3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $20.70 per fill, versus $12.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 189 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $11.10 per fill, versus $17.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 171 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $4.81 per fill, versus $3.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 166 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $5.53 per fill, versus $5.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 161 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $16.11 per fill, versus $9.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 153 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $8.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 151 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $15.98 per fill, versus $11.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 149 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $31.20 per fill, versus $32.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 147 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $4.92 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 146 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 6.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $22.99 per fill, versus $14.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 136 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $4.81 per fill, versus $11.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 136 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $9.33 per fill, versus $7.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 130 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $6.09 per fill, versus $5.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 127 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $10.25 per fill, versus $11.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 120 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $4.80 per fill, versus $4.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 117 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $8.48 per fill, versus $8.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 115 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 85% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $7.46 per fill, versus $9.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 113 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $10.02 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 112 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $4.87 per fill, versus $3.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 107 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.32 per fill, versus $6.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 101 prescriptions for Indapamide, about 3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15.39 per fill, versus $10.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 95 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 82% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $15.43 per fill, versus $9.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 94 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.31 per fill, versus $10.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 93 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $932.39 per fill, versus $927.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 88 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $9.04 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 83 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 62% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (134). Medicare paid $7.57 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 82 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $6.78 per fill, versus $7.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 81 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $6.24 per fill, versus $6.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 76 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $18.07 per fill, versus $19.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 75 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $3.50 per fill, versus $6.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 75 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.26 per fill, versus $9.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 72 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $21.41 per fill, versus $21.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 71 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 86% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $8.30 per fill, versus $7.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 70 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $3.41 per fill, versus $4.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 67 prescriptions for Linzess, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $879.73 per fill, versus $783.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 65 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $8.64 per fill, versus $5.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 63 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $882.36 per fill, versus $769.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 59 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.55 per fill, versus $30.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin 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.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 57 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 80% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $14.58 per fill, versus $10.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 55 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.20 per fill, versus $5.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 54 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $32.68 per fill, versus $24.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 49 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 86% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $14.53 per fill, versus $21.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 48 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $22.23 per fill, versus $12.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 48 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $5.49 per fill, versus $8.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 47 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $13.06 per fill, versus $12.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 46 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $17.51 per fill, versus $13.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 45 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $161.78 per fill, versus $132.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 43 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 70% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $10.72 per fill, versus $12.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 43 prescriptions for Januvia, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,015.18 per fill, versus $786.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 43 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.53 per fill, versus $7.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 41 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 65% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $17.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 41 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 80% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $8.88 per fill, versus $8.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 40 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 85% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $10.34 per fill, versus $6.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 34 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.59 per fill, versus $10.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 34 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $7.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 33 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 87% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $10.23 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 33 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $11.53 per fill, versus $13.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 33 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1,102.34 per fill, versus $674.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 32 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $18.10 per fill, versus $17.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 31 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $11.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 30 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $16.68 per fill, versus $7.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 30 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $264.42 per fill, versus $298.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 30 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.61 per fill, versus $8.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 29 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $22.57 per fill, versus $21.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 29 prescriptions for Colchicine, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $68.92 per fill, versus $44.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 29 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $14.80 per fill, versus $18.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 29 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $8.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 27 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,384.72 per fill, versus $854.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 27 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $136.94 per fill, versus $153.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 27 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 41% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $3.63 per fill, versus $7.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 26 prescriptions for Cyproheptadine Hcl, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $28.87 per fill, versus $19.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 25 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 75% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.54 per fill, versus $12.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 25 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.71 per fill, versus $6.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 25 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 64% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.17 per fill, versus $9.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 24 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 85% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $72.76 per fill, versus $67.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 23 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 89% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $26.62 per fill, versus $20.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 23 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 41% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $7.66 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 23 prescriptions for Glyburide-Metformin Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $14.60 per fill, versus $10.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 23 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $5.69 per fill, versus $7.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 22 prescriptions for Clonidine, about 89% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $94.28 per fill, versus $107.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 22 prescriptions for Lantus, about 83% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $135.16 per fill, versus $109.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 22 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 60% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $7.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 20 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 74% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.02 per fill, versus $25.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 20 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 42% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $8.84 per fill, versus $10.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 20 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.37 per fill, versus $10.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 19 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $468.07 per fill, versus $481.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 19 prescriptions for Janumet, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $556.30 per fill, versus $743.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 19 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.16 per fill, versus $7.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 18 prescriptions for Entresto, about 26% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $968.63 per fill, versus $890.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 17 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 17% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $761.07 per fill, versus $717.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 17 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $28.40 per fill, versus $36.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.70 per fill, versus $7.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 17 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $77.45 per fill, versus $88.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 17 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 32% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $3.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 16 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $5.79 per fill, versus $5.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 16 prescriptions for Lactulose, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.06 per fill, versus $21.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 16 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 38% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $632.47 per fill, versus $543.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 15 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 20% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $14.02 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 15 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $25.76 per fill, versus $26.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Propylthiouracil is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 15 prescriptions for Propylthiouracil, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $35.05 per fill, versus $40.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 15 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 69% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $37.88 per fill, versus $31.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 14 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $315.88 per fill, versus $406.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 14 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 7% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (191). Medicare paid $6.33 per fill, versus $8.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 14 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 36% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $23.75 per fill, versus $56.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 26% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $1.71 per fill, versus $6.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Dropsafe Prep Pads, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $3.04 per fill, versus $3.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Humulin 70-30, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $117.04 per fill, versus $118.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.52 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 27% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $13.50 per fill, versus $18.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.22 per fill, versus $11.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sevelamer is used to lower high blood phosphorus (phosphate) levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Sevelamer Carbonate, about 15% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $220.26 per fill, versus $134.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tiotropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Spiriva Handihaler, about 73% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $885.90 per fill, versus $670.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dolutegravir is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 13 prescriptions for Tivicay, about 28% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2,144.67 per fill, versus $2,470.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 12 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 65% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $451.69 per fill, versus $595.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate 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.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 41% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $34.96 per fill, versus $21.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 12 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 33% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $3.25 per fill, versus $6.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 33% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $10.44 per fill, versus $13.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 12 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 33% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $128.37 per fill, versus $219.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 12 prescriptions for Temazepam, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $2.84 per fill, versus $9.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 12 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Nano Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $88.27 per fill, versus $81.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination product is used by itself to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Biktarvy, about 10% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $4,001.86 per fill, versus $3,867.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.94 per fill, versus $41.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 22% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.12 per fill, versus $5.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 32% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $50.72 per fill, versus $17.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $39.02 per fill, versus $19.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Indomethacin is used to relieve pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis, gout, bursitis, and tendonitis.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Indomethacin, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $10.46 per fill, versus $10.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 32% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.96 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Minocycline is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Minocycline Hcl, about 23% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $27.43 per fill, versus $15.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 32% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $16.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 16% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $934.54 per fill, versus $1,242.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Travoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Travoprost, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $111.67 per fill, versus $132.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Fewer than five Mississippi prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Booker wrote 11 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 22% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.37 per fill, versus $5.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Booker’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Booker prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Booker's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (384), Atorvastatin Calcium (352) and Gabapentin (298).
How does Dr. Booker's prescribing compare with other Mississippi prescribers?
Of the 140 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Booker prescribes 45 more often than the typical Mississippi prescriber, 35 about as often and 60 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Booker prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Mississippi prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
