DR. ANDREW JAMES LERRICK M.D.
Prescription History 1730185513
Otolaryngology in Normal, IL

NPI Status: Active since June 25, 2005

Contact Information

207 LANDMARK DR STE A
NORMAL, IL
ZIP 61761
Phone: (309) 268-3200

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. ANDREW JAMES LERRICK M.D., an active Otolaryngology specialist practicing in Normal, IL. Our medical registry currently tracks 10 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 196 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Azelastine Hcl, which accounts for 34 claims alone.


Azelastine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Azelastine HclSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 52.5
Days Supply 1,520
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,456
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,287.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.85

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms.

Cefuroxime

Generic Formulation: Cefuroxime AxetilSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 94
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.5
Peer Average Days Supply253
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $231.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.57

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cephalosporin antibiotic.

Therapeutic Applications

Cefuroxime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate

Generic Formulation: Chlorhexidine GluconateSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 535
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.4
Peer Average Days Supply721
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $135.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.54

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums. Chlorhexidine belongs to a class of drugs known as antimicrobials. It works by decreasing the amount of bacteria in the mouth, helping to reduce swelling and redness of the gums and bleeding when you brush.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 440
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims83.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills133.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,851
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $306.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.09

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Ipratropium Bromide

Generic Formulation: Ipratropium BromideSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 20.6
Days Supply 539
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,306
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $476.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.25

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A muscarinic antagonist structurally related to ATROPINE but often considered safer and more effective for inhalation use. It is used for various bronchial disorders, in rhinitis, and as an antiarrhythmic.

Therapeutic Applications

Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. For preventing symptoms of lung disease, this medication must be used regularly to be effective. Use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) for wheezing or sudden shortness of breath unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Ipratropium does not work as fast as your quick-relief inhaler, but may sometimes be used to relieve symptoms of wheezing or sudden shortness of breath if so prescribed by your doctor.

Meclizine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Meclizine HclSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,020
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.0
Peer Average Days Supply623
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 33.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $716.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.87

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 66
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.1
Peer Average Days Supply227
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $115.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.52

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 73
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.3
Peer Average Days Supply645
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $135.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.77

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Scopolamine

Generic Formulation: ScopolamineSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 612
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.3
Peer Average Days Supply393
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,614.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$118.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$91.68

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An alkaloid from SOLANACEAE, especially DATURA and SCOPOLIA. Scopolamine and its quaternary derivatives act as antimuscarinics like ATROPINE, but may have more central nervous system effects. Its many uses include an anesthetic premedication, the treatment of URINARY INCONTINENCE and MOTION SICKNESS, an antispasmodic, and a mydriatic and cycloplegic.

Therapeutic Applications

This skin patch is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness or recovery from anesthesia and surgery. This medication works by correcting the imbalance of natural substances (acetylcholine and norepinephrine) that can occur in motion sickness. It also blocks certain signals to the brain that can cause nausea and vomiting. This medication is not recommended for use in children.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 366
IL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.9
Peer Average Days Supply925
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,011.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.61

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. ANDREW JAMES LERRICK M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Normal, IL.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Otolaryngology** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.