DR. ARUSHA A BAVARE M.D.
Prescription History 1730127770
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Sugar Land, TX
What does Dr. Bavare prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Bavare wrote 17,338 Medicare prescriptions for 221 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 1,009 prescriptions for 240 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. Bavare prescribes.
Medications 221 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 Texas prescribers.
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 1,009 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 5.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $12.38 per fill, versus $9.48 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 599 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $7.51 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 578 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 7.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $359.64 per fill, versus $870.72 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 563 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 7.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $4.63 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 502 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 5.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $16.25 per fill, versus $15.87 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 484 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $9.71 per fill, versus $10.05 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 351 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 5.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $9.63 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 328 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $16.88 per fill, versus $25.16 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 322 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $34.86 per fill, versus $11.71 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 medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 318 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $18.28 per fill, versus $19.18 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 310 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $8.47 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 310 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 5.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.46 per fill, versus $6.73 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 298 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $14.43 per fill, versus $12.48 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 281 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $9.94 per fill, versus $8.22 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 273 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 4.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $17.26 per fill, versus $11.09 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 266 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $7.98 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 266 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $9.85 per fill, versus $9.11 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 248 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 5.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $15.19 per fill, versus $14.87 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
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Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 245 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $8.74 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 239 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $9.74 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 237 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $15.52 per fill, versus $14.12 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 depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 213 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $18.47 per fill, versus $19.94 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 211 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $14.34 per fill, versus $14.00 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 198 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $43.54 per fill, versus $29.92 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 196 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $14.93 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 anxiety.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 188 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $18.20 per fill, versus $14.51 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 188 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $27.47 per fill, versus $18.12 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 180 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 3.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $10.75 per fill, versus $9.68 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 180 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $33.48 per fill, versus $33.28 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 168 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $24.81 per fill, versus $25.74 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 162 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.50 per fill, versus $6.76 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 147 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $13.78 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 used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 137 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.37 per fill, versus $7.25 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 121 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $45.04 per fill, versus $37.30 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 120 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $32.76 per fill, versus $23.63 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 114 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $8.61 per fill, versus $8.39 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 treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 113 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $34.38 per fill, versus $23.99 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 112 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $419.09 per fill, versus $943.32 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 109 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $5.46 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 109 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $51.60 per fill, versus $135.60 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 107 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $9.79 per fill, versus $10.85 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 104 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.99 per fill, versus $9.42 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 100 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $13.66 per fill, versus $17.41 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 98 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $25.62 per fill, versus $25.26 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 for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 96 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $54.98 per fill, versus $64.86 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 91 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $18.76 per fill, versus $8.44 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 laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 91 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $21.26 per fill, versus $27.16 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 91 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $19.65 per fill, versus $13.19 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 90 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $16.23 per fill, versus $10.58 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 87 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $19.39 per fill, versus $16.19 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 87 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $11.63 per fill, versus $13.02 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 86 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.02 per fill, versus $8.82 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 86 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $4.84 per fill, versus $3.54 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 83 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $23.26 per fill, versus $13.64 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 82 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $4.50 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 81 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $34.88 per fill, versus $28.56 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
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 81 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $299.89 per fill, versus $682.81 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 81 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $12.95 per fill, versus $9.03 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 76 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.53 per fill, versus $4.11 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 74 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.10 per fill, versus $15.72 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 74 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $55.17 per fill, versus $255.26 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 74 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $16.64 per fill, versus $16.96 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 depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 73 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $10.42 per fill, versus $7.17 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 70 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $12.18 per fill, versus $10.84 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 69 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $10.14 per fill, versus $10.54 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 67 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.81 per fill, versus $8.57 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 lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 66 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $39.22 per fill, versus $198.53 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 63 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.93 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 63 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.23 per fill, versus $10.79 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 62 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $31.55 per fill, versus $28.55 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
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 62 prescriptions for Megestrol Acetate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $52.64 per fill, versus $58.36 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
Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 60 prescriptions for Methenamine Hippurate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $46.02 per fill, versus $68.88 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 60 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.18 per fill, versus $12.56 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 59 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $4.63 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 59 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $14.74 per fill, versus $14.29 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 57 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.59 per fill, versus $7.49 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 57 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.00 per fill, versus $7.60 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 55 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $36.21 per fill, versus $5.32 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 55 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $94.19 per fill, versus $99.02 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 54 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.72 per fill, versus $8.54 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 53 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $16.70 per fill, versus $11.85 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 51 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $17.35 per fill, versus $16.04 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 51 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $44.54 per fill, versus $33.57 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 51 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.49 per fill, versus $14.03 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 51 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $23.71 per fill, versus $17.68 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 50 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $38.50 per fill, versus $37.83 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 49 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $280.68 per fill, versus $824.24 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 47 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.51 per fill, versus $9.53 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 45 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $27.38 per fill, versus $18.22 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 43 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $20.85 per fill, versus $22.08 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 42 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $17.27 per fill, versus $7.88 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 seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 41 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $19.74 per fill, versus $53.10 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 40 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 85% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $20.85 per fill, versus $13.92 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 39 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $31.14 per fill, versus $27.23 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
This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 39 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $131.47 per fill, versus $78.89 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 used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 38 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $32.44 per fill, versus $13.32 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
This skin patch is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness or recovery from anesthesia and surgery.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 38 prescriptions for Scopolamine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $133.10 per fill, versus $97.70 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 38 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $54.86 per fill, versus $52.23 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 37 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $57.25 per fill, versus $20.24 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 combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 37 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $25.63 per fill, versus $27.39 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 37 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $30.99 per fill, versus $15.40 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 36 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.66 per fill, versus $2.73 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 35 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $27.74 per fill, versus $17.75 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 35 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $24.46 per fill, versus $23.89 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 used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 35 prescriptions for Fluvoxamine Maleate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $10.06 per fill, versus $45.55 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 35 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 68% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $11.63 per fill, versus $13.28 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
This solution is used to supply water and salt (sodium chloride) to the body.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 35 prescriptions for Sodium Chloride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.81 per fill, versus $20.83 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 34 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $409.17 per fill, versus $1,092.03 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 34 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.77 per fill, versus $17.12 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 34 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $10.81 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 31 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.64 per fill, versus $10.45 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 31 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.81 per fill, versus $12.62 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 30 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $41.03 per fill, versus $31.45 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 29 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $20.80 per fill, versus $10.82 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 29 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $42.49 per fill, versus $36.05 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 moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 29 prescriptions for Namzaric, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $605.64 per fill, versus $594.28 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 29 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $21.41 per fill, versus $38.61 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 28 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $145.00 per fill, versus $157.40 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 28 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 83% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $25.16 per fill, versus $14.32 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 28 prescriptions for Nystop, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $17.73 per fill, versus $29.63 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 28 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $18.29 per fill, versus $16.06 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 27 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $14.60 per fill, versus $14.46 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 27 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $61.95 per fill, versus $47.27 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 27 prescriptions for Januvia, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $498.37 per fill, versus $1,016.43 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 27 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 79% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $14.52 per fill, versus $10.85 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 27 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,355.41 per fill, versus $1,293.82 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 27 prescriptions for Primidone, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $30.35 per fill, versus $24.69 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 lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 26 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $30.23 per fill, versus $67.90 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 26 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.72 per fill, versus $10.82 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
This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 26 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $11.82 per fill, versus $7.96 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 product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 25 prescriptions for Entresto, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $427.32 per fill, versus $1,062.82 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
Sulfasalazine is used to treat a certain type of bowel disease called ulcerative colitis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 25 prescriptions for Sulfasalazine Dr, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $11.36 per fill, versus $38.89 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 24 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $174.05 per fill, versus $378.20 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 24 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 79% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $25.71 per fill, versus $15.72 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 24 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 87% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.68 per fill, versus $15.33 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 24 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about 77% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $110.77 per fill, versus $94.53 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 24 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $109.84 per fill, versus $23.06 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 23 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $20.14 per fill, versus $24.94 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 23 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 84% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $12.30 per fill, versus $6.54 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 to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 23 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 69% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $22.00 per fill, versus $13.64 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 23 prescriptions for Lantus, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $72.00 per fill, versus $122.62 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
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 23 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about 63% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $108.73 per fill, versus $59.44 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 combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 23 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 84% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.16 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.
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 22 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $510.65 per fill, versus $985.01 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 overactive bladder.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 22 prescriptions for Gemtesa, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $255.90 per fill, versus $655.77 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 22 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.44 per fill, versus $8.72 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
Rivastigmine is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease and to Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 22 prescriptions for Rivastigmine, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $237.34 per fill, versus $179.48 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 21 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $743.58 per fill, versus $860.45 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 20 prescriptions for Admelog Solostar, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $85.91 per fill, versus $125.11 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 sleeplessness (insomnia).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 20 prescriptions for Ramelteon, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $182.58 per fill, versus $104.57 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
Rasagiline is used alone or with other medications (such as levodopa/carbidopa) to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 20 prescriptions for Rasagiline Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $100.75 per fill, versus $165.66 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
Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 19 prescriptions for Brilinta, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $313.72 per fill, versus $688.85 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
This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 19 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate, about 23% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $128.61 per fill, versus $33.03 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 drug is used by mouth or rectally to treat or prevent complications of liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 19 prescriptions for Enulose, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $21.04 per fill, versus $25.79 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 19 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about 75% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $40.22 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
Alogliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Alogliptin, about 83% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $32.19 per fill, versus $122.81 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 36% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.84 per fill, versus $12.94 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 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $399.12 per fill, versus $522.49 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $44.72 per fill, versus $53.18 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
This medication is the same as your body's own glucagon, a natural substance that raises blood sugar by causing the body to release sugar stored in the liver.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Glucagon Emergency Kit, about 90% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $293.20 per fill, versus $275.43 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
Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Isosorbide Dinitrate, about 76% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $27.66 per fill, versus $43.98 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.27 per fill, versus $7.96 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $12.35 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
Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Restasis, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $344.65 per fill, versus $1,037.48 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
Silodosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Silodosin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $42.71 per fill, versus $85.16 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
Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 18 prescriptions for Solifenacin Succinate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $36.64 per fill, versus $45.66 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $26.15 per fill, versus $31.57 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 67% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.93 per fill, versus $18.09 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
Ceftriaxone is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Ceftriaxone, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $54.60 per fill, versus $62.61 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
Cinacalcet is used to treat increased amounts of a certain hormone (parathyroid) in people with long-term kidney disease who are on dialysis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Cinacalcet Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $98.53 per fill, versus $265.18 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
Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Clindamycin Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $17.15 per fill, versus $8.56 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
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $41.16 per fill, versus $23.35 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 to treat or prevent certain urinary tract infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $16.82 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 medication is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in people with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin Patch, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $39.23 per fill, versus $36.50 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 17 prescriptions for Torsemide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $15.62 per fill, versus $19.52 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
Amantadine is used to treat Parkinson's disease, as well as side effects caused by drugs (such as drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms), chemicals, and other medical conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Amantadine, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $26.35 per fill, versus $42.93 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
Cefepime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Cefepime Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $99.03 per fill, versus $175.43 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $16.38 per fill, versus $27.10 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
This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Dorzolamide-Timolol, about 14% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $42.12 per fill, versus $16.72 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
Ertapenem is used to prevent and treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Ertapenem, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $245.18 per fill, versus $396.34 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $30.90 per fill, versus $14.17 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $12.60 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Loperamide, about 76% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $29.91 per fill, versus $16.37 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Nyamyc, about 79% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $41.01 per fill, versus $35.47 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).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.77 per fill, versus $22.50 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 16 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $13.83 per fill, versus $16.85 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 15 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $30.05 per fill, versus $41.23 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 15 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $54.05 per fill, versus $28.47 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 15 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.68 per fill, versus $13.48 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydromorphone Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.92 per fill, versus $21.05 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 15 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.69 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 15 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $44.09 per fill, versus $18.82 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
This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 15 prescriptions for Trospium Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $127.88 per fill, versus $168.82 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 15 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 41% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $25.13 per fill, versus $26.07 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
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 14 prescriptions for Dexlansoprazole Dr, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $183.17 per fill, versus $281.94 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 product is used to help the healing of burns and skin ulcers.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 14 prescriptions for Santyl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $502.36 per fill, versus $853.58 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 14 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $46.06 per fill, versus $25.41 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
Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 13 prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $23.62 per fill, versus $23.28 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 13 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $25.97 per fill, versus $14.67 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 isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 13 prescriptions for Humulin N Kwikpen, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $33.52 per fill, versus $170.72 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.63 per fill, versus $17.89 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
Acetazolamide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms of altitude sickness.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Acetazolamide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $30.50 per fill, versus $46.45 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 combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa-Entacapone, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $138.57 per fill, versus $221.53 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.63 per fill, versus $17.04 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.20 per fill, versus $24.53 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
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Janumet, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $1,239.66 per fill, versus $976.17 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
Sitagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Janumet Xr, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $1,004.51 per fill, versus $937.09 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
Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Lacosamide, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $96.82 per fill, versus $129.21 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $25.32 per fill, versus $223.99 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
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $101.46 per fill, versus $94.91 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 12 prescriptions for Sevelamer Carbonate, about 25% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $182.58 per fill, versus $230.29 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 medication is used to treat certain bladder problems such as the inability to urinate or empty the bladder completely due to certain causes (such as surgery, bladder muscle problems).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Bethanechol Chloride, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $63.44 per fill, versus $50.68 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
Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Budesonide, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $110.70 per fill, versus $169.74 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.92 per fill, versus $7.18 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Klayesta, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $31.95 per fill, versus $45.39 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
Liothyronine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Liothyronine Sodium, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $22.40 per fill, versus $41.68 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
Bimatoprost 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Lumigan, about 16% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $329.48 per fill, versus $493.39 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 treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 37% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $44.96 per fill, versus $45.57 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 control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Phenobarbital, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $25.23 per fill, versus $27.54 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 to treat eye infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Tobramycin, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $12.70 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.
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Bavare wrote 11 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $55.90 per fill, versus $66.44 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. Bavare’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Bavare prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Bavare's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (1,009), Amlodipine Besylate (599) and Eliquis (578).
How does Dr. Bavare's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 221 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Bavare prescribes 95 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 39 about as often and 87 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Bavare 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 Texas 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.
