MELISSA K ROSSO MD
Prescription History 1720216708
Family Medicine in Manhattan, KS
What does Dr. Rosso prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Rosso wrote 4,179 Medicare prescriptions for 103 medications. The most prescribed was Levothyroxine Sodium, with 251 prescriptions for 50 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. Rosso prescribes.
Medications 103 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 Kansas prescribers.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 251 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $8.47 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 205 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (207). Medicare paid $6.43 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 182 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $6.19 per fill, versus $7.81 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, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 143 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $7.48 per fill, versus $7.34 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 130 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $4.33 per fill, versus $5.08 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 125 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $6.63 per fill, versus $10.37 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 113 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 90% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $6.81 per fill, versus $5.59 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 100 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $7.38 per fill, versus $10.60 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 96 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $4.80 per fill, versus $4.36 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 91 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $11.22 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 84 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 84% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $13.41 per fill, versus $10.99 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 82 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1,053.65 per fill, versus $1,157.12 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 74 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $3.70 per fill, versus $3.60 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 73 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 70% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $7.77 per fill, versus $11.33 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 72 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $4.17 per fill, versus $3.97 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 70 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $885.96 per fill, versus $806.51 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 67 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.48 per fill, versus $10.41 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 64 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $10.37 per fill, versus $10.01 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 62 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 62% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $10.58 per fill, versus $15.10 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
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Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 61 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $4.75 per fill, versus $6.92 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 60 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 64% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $797.05 per fill, versus $741.96 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 57 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 61% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $42.06 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 54 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $8.61 per fill, versus $7.52 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 52 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,103.84 per fill, versus $1,166.21 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 51 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $22.34 per fill, versus $32.22 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 50 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $10.17 per fill, versus $15.56 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 48 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 80% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $2.54 per fill, versus $8.18 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 47 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.06 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 medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 46 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $312.47 per fill, versus $509.84 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 46 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $5.43 per fill, versus $3.51 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 43 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 88% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $29.72 per fill, versus $16.02 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 41 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $11.82 per fill, versus $12.43 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 39 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $6.97 per fill, versus $7.55 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 38 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 87% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $23.64 per fill, versus $23.00 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 37 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 67% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $6.27 per fill, versus $8.23 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 36 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $4.92 per fill, versus $5.11 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 34 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $40.39 per fill, versus $13.42 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 34 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.16 per fill, versus $9.09 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 depression, anxiety).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 34 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $29.94 per fill, versus $22.46 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 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 34 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 61% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $6.51 per fill, versus $6.32 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 33 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.14 per fill, versus $8.93 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 32 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 61% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $28.68 per fill, versus $27.47 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 32 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $21.77 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 29 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 29% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $8.48 per fill, versus $11.02 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 29 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 76% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $7.97 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 27 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.62 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 27 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $30.12 per fill, versus $22.38 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 26 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 32% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $6.66 per fill, versus $6.07 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 25 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $4.55 per fill, versus $6.45 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 25 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.10 per fill, versus $28.66 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 treat anxiety.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 24 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $2.69 per fill, versus $6.44 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 24 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $30.09 per fill, versus $30.85 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 23 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.04 per fill, versus $7.81 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 23 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 61% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.53 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 22 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $103.17 per fill, versus $41.78 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 medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 22 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.98 per fill, versus $5.09 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 21 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.46 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 21 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $108.60 per fill, versus $116.96 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 21 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $29.25 per fill, versus $15.47 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 20 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $11.49 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
This vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 20 prescriptions for Shingrix, about 23% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $221.95 per fill, versus $208.93 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 19 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 31% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $2.92 per fill, versus $5.54 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 19 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 73% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.75 per fill, versus $23.26 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 26% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $23.17 per fill, versus $20.52 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 19 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $2.37 per fill, versus $12.30 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 19 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.28 per fill, versus $11.60 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 18 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 81% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $13.10 per fill, versus $15.24 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 18 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.93 per fill, versus $9.52 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 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 18 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 31% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $20.27 per fill, versus $16.38 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 18 prescriptions for Torsemide, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $22.63 per fill, versus $16.02 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 vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 17 prescriptions for Abrysvo, about 15% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $320.78 per fill, versus $305.93 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 17 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $27.62 per fill, versus $19.87 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 17 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 42% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $19.77 per fill, versus $23.50 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 17 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 39% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.30 per fill, versus $10.61 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 medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 17 prescriptions for Sotalol, about 37% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $10.01 per fill, versus $15.85 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 17 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $81.52 per fill, versus $70.48 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 certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 16 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $10.48 per fill, versus $16.71 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 16 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.91 per fill, versus $18.14 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
This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 16 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $8.35 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 15 prescriptions for Clonidine, about 81% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $96.36 per fill, versus $102.00 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
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 15 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $7.51 per fill, versus $20.26 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 15 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,138.03 per fill, versus $783.83 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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 14 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 19% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $3.09 per fill, versus $7.01 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 14 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 31% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.82 per fill, versus $5.39 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydromorphone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $22.08 per fill, versus $19.47 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 14 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 31% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $17.48 per fill, versus $13.12 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $5.29 per fill, versus $7.71 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 vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Boostrix Tdap, about 19% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $70.31 per fill, versus $64.89 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Butalb-Acetaminoph-Caff-Codein, about 86% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $142.50 per fill, versus $116.81 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 hormone (estrogen).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Estradiol (Twice Weekly), about 67% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $113.30 per fill, versus $75.86 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $24.72 per fill, versus $25.99 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 treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Matzim La, about 87% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $75.39 per fill, versus $59.51 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $35.28 per fill, versus $16.80 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Ramipril, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $6.52 per fill, versus $8.00 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 13 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 64% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $40.88 per fill, versus $31.44 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 used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 12 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 38% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $21.75 per fill, versus $13.17 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 a hormone.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 12 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 38% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $60.77 per fill, versus $37.43 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15.96 per fill, versus $11.39 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 12 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $44.40 per fill, versus $19.30 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 11 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $0.72 per fill, versus $7.59 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 11 prescriptions for Novolin 70-30, about 76% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $45.56 per fill, versus $159.27 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 11 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $5.41 per fill, versus $14.94 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Dr. Rosso wrote 11 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 35% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $916.03 per fill, versus $1,157.58 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. Rosso’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Rosso prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Rosso's most prescribed medications were Levothyroxine Sodium (251), Atorvastatin Calcium (205) and Losartan Potassium (182).
How does Dr. Rosso's prescribing compare with other Kansas prescribers?
Of the 103 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Rosso prescribes 8 more often than the typical Kansas prescriber, 31 about as often and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Rosso 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 Kansas 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.
