GAURAV SHOBHAN SMART M.D.
Prescription History 1720512973
Hospitalist in Apopka, FL

Active since April 14, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
515 WEKIVA COMMONS CIR, APOPKA, FL 32712(407) 464-9516(407) 464-9519 Get Directions

NPPES record last updated: June 25, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 25, 2024, Jun 10, 2024, Aug 22, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

Medicare Part D Prescription History

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for GAURAV SHOBHAN SMART M.D., an active Hospitalist specialist practicing in Apopka, FL. Our medical registry currently tracks 24 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 605 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Ondansetron Odt, which accounts for 80 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.

24
Medications
605
Total Claims
608
30-Day Fills
Ondansetron Odt
Most Prescribed · 80 claims
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24 medications · 2023 Medicare Part D
Medicare Part D medications prescribed by GAURAV SHOBHAN SMART M.D. in 2023, with prescription volumes, average cost per fill, and FL state comparisons
Medication Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill Vs. Other FL PrescribersVs. FL Avg

About Ondansetron Odt: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾

It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. A competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

In 2023, this provider wrote 80 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 3.5 times the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $9.32 per fill, versus $28.94 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
80
FL average
23.0

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$9.32
FL average
$28.94

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

80
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
411
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾

It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

In 2023, this provider wrote 68 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 85% of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (80). Medicare paid an average of $9.16 per fill, versus $16.03 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
68
FL average
80.0

This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$9.16
FL average
$16.03

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

68
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
1,999
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Cephalexin: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾

This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $5.41 per fill, versus $8.60 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
41
FL average
32.0

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$5.41
FL average
$8.60

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

41
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
221
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Cefdinir: Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾

This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin.

In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $18.73 per fill, versus $21.46 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
40
FL average
29.0

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$18.73
FL average
$21.46

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

40
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
289
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Atorvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾

It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 15% of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (192). Medicare paid an average of $6.15 per fill, versus $11.76 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
28
FL average
192.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$6.15
FL average
$11.76

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

28
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
840
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Methylprednisolone: 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. Show more ▾

It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders. A PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 64% of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $8.08 per fill, versus $10.25 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
28
FL average
44.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$8.08
FL average
$10.25

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

28
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
169
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾

It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (130). Medicare paid an average of $5.52 per fill, versus $11.17 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
28
FL average
130.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$5.52
FL average
$11.17

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

28
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
840
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾

It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (101). Medicare paid an average of $3.26 per fill, versus $33.99 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
25
FL average
101.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$3.26
FL average
$33.99

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

25
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
73
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾

Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 16% of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (149). Medicare paid an average of $3.78 per fill, versus $6.24 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
24
FL average
149.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$3.78
FL average
$6.24

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

24
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
720
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass: Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾

It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 75% of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $8.73 per fill, versus $12.97 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
21
FL average
28.0

This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$8.73
FL average
$12.97

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

21
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
135
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾

Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (78). Medicare paid an average of $4.14 per fill, versus $7.36 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
21
FL average
78.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$4.14
FL average
$7.36

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

22
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
660
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾

This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (72). Medicare paid an average of $2.98 per fill, versus $5.58 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
20
FL average
72.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$2.98
FL average
$5.58

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

20
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
583
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾

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

In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (79). Medicare paid an average of $532.27 per fill, versus $852.21 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
18
FL average
79.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$532.27
FL average
$852.21

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

19
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
548
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Hydralazine Hcl: Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾

Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily.

In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $15.67 per fill, versus $21.06 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
18
FL average
39.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$15.67
FL average
$21.06

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

19
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
545
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾

Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 17% of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (99). Medicare paid an average of $8.66 per fill, versus $20.16 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
17
FL average
99.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$8.66
FL average
$20.16

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

17
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
510
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Doxycycline Hyclate: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. Show more ▾

This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $9.65 per fill, versus $24.49 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
17
FL average
34.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$9.65
FL average
$24.49

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

17
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
101
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Metronidazole: This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. Show more ▾

It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section). A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Metronidazole, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (11). Medicare paid an average of $7.21 per fill, versus $16.50 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
17
FL average
11.0

This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$7.21
FL average
$16.50

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

17
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
101
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾

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

In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 17% of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (87). Medicare paid an average of $4.50 per fill, versus $17.32 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
15
FL average
87.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$4.50
FL average
$17.32

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

15
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
450
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Ondansetron Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾

It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $30.90 per fill, versus $7.17 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
15
FL average
28.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$30.90
FL average
$7.17

Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price.

15
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
95
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Clopidogrel: 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). Show more ▾

It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $5.46 per fill, versus $15.02 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
15
FL average
64.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$5.46
FL average
$15.02

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

15
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
441
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾

Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $3.40 per fill, versus $6.71 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
14
FL average
51.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$3.40
FL average
$6.71

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

14
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
165
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Sucralfate: This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Show more ▾

Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose.

In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Sucralfate, about a third of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $129.59 per fill, versus $59.21 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
12
FL average
30.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$129.59
FL average
$59.21

Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price.

12
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
341
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Meclizine Hcl: Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Show more ▾

It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems.

In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $5.90 per fill, versus $12.91 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
12
FL average
29.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$5.90
FL average
$12.91

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

12
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
137
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023

About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾

Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Florida prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $3.50 per fill, versus $8.04 statewide.

How often this provider prescribes it

This provider
11
FL average
35.0

This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average FL prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.

What Medicare paid per fill

This provider
$3.50
FL average
$8.04

This provider's average cost per fill is below the FL average for this medication.

11
30-Day Fills
standardized to 30-day supplies
70
Days of Medication
total across all patients in 2023
No medications match the current filters.
= the 5 medications this provider prescribes most. More than typical Typical Less than typical= prescription volume vs the average FL prescriber of the same medication; volume reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.Green cost= below the FL average cost per fill.

About this data. The prescription history for GAURAV SHOBHAN SMART M.D. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Hospitalist prescribing approach at this Apopka, FL practice.

Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among FL prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.