BERTA M. KIENLE MD
Prescription History 1740357607
Family Medicine in Los Angeles, CA
What does Dr. Kienle prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Kienle wrote 5,439 Medicare prescriptions for 104 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 545 prescriptions for 190 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. Kienle prescribes.
Medications 104 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 California 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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 545 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $12.20 per fill, versus $10.47 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 305 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $11.94 per fill, versus $7.08 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 243 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $11.55 per fill, versus $8.30 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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 237 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $12.12 per fill, versus $10.35 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 225 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $19.09 per fill, versus $13.30 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 153 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $9.65 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 139 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 2.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.62 per fill, versus $9.99 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 132 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $15.64 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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 130 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $11.27 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 106 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $13.97 per fill, versus $10.86 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 99 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $10.91 per fill, versus $7.82 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 95 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $12.15 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 95 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.28 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 93 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.18 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 93 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.19 per fill, versus $4.39 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 92 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $19.70 per fill, versus $15.63 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 83 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $8.64 per fill, versus $11.26 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 83 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $13.71 per fill, versus $13.87 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 82 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $17.20 per fill, versus $15.02 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 75 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $19.39 per fill, versus $24.00 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 72 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $19.46 per fill, versus $21.39 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 68 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $12.37 per fill, versus $9.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 64 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $17.11 per fill, versus $28.70 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 63 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.25 per fill, versus $10.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 60 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $14.63 per fill, versus $12.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 59 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.67 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 52 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.00 per fill, versus $13.25 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 51 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $26.32 per fill, versus $26.67 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
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 49 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $45.62 per fill, versus $56.87 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 49 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.28 per fill, versus $6.71 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
Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 49 prescriptions for Pradaxa, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $258.62 per fill, versus $256.95 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 48 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.03 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 47 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $11.71 per fill, versus $9.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 46 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $463.06 per fill, versus $933.82 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 46 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $39.52 per fill, versus $37.76 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 44 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $11.35 per fill, versus $26.00 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 39 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 87% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.19 per fill, versus $6.02 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 38 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 78% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $18.81 per fill, versus $12.42 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 37 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,768.47 per fill, versus $923.33 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 37 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $15.99 per fill, versus $14.23 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 37 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $24.94 per fill, versus $20.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 36 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $28.56 per fill, versus $17.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 35 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $17.29 per fill, versus $24.93 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 35 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.30 per fill, versus $8.24 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 34 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $5.37 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 33 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $39.70 per fill, versus $20.69 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 33 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 88% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $15.48 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 vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 31 prescriptions for Adacel Tdap, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $51.00 per fill, versus $52.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 30 prescriptions for Temazepam, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.59 per fill, versus $13.53 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 29 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $12.78 per fill, versus $12.53 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 27 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $23.24 per fill, versus $13.71 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 27 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.62 per fill, versus $23.92 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 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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 27 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $148.71 per fill, versus $186.48 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 26 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $19.71 per fill, versus $14.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 25 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $26.27 per fill, versus $66.35 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 25 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.89 per fill, versus $17.72 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 24 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.23 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 24 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 78% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $362.35 per fill, versus $597.16 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 23 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.73 per fill, versus $8.98 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 23 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $12.66 per fill, versus $6.39 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 22 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $28.73 per fill, versus $25.68 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 22 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $739.65 per fill, versus $1,102.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 22 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $13.99 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 22 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $11.26 per fill, versus $16.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 22 prescriptions for Veo Insulin Syringe, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $19.79 per fill, versus $23.49 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
PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 21 prescriptions for Gavilyte-C, about 21% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $22.43 per fill, versus $21.56 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 21 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.94 per fill, versus $10.71 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 used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 21 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 78% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $142.79 per fill, versus $58.68 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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 21 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.53 per fill, versus $6.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 20 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.77 per fill, versus $10.39 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 20 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $19.87 per fill, versus $22.82 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 20 prescriptions for Humulin N, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $184.50 per fill, versus $167.09 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
Lovastatin 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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 20 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $10.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 19 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $20.97 per fill, versus $24.72 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 19 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 18 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $17.16 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 18 prescriptions for Humulin N Kwikpen, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $163.34 per fill, versus $176.99 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
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 18 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $24.91 per fill, versus $29.84 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 anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 17 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.33 per fill, versus $13.30 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 17 prescriptions for Humulin 70/30 Kwikpen, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $237.63 per fill, versus $252.00 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 17 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.35 per fill, versus $20.54 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 17 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $19.69 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
This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 16 prescriptions for Abrysvo, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $161.00 per fill, versus $268.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 16 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.34 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 16 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $14.47 per fill, versus $16.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 16 prescriptions for Sulindac, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $17.75 per fill, versus $17.63 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 15 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $19.10 per fill, versus $18.27 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 15 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.99 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 15 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $14.36 per fill, versus $21.18 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 used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 14 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.13 per fill, versus $45.46 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 14 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $34.74 per fill, versus $32.58 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 14 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $16.97 per fill, versus $24.98 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 14 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.97 per fill, versus $9.76 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 14 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $19.69 per fill, versus $35.75 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $18.87 per fill, versus $15.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 13 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $29.89 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 13 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $13.51 per fill, versus $19.05 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.46 per fill, versus $64.75 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 12 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $13.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 12 prescriptions for Ziprasidone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $81.18 per fill, versus $60.41 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
Ciclesonide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 11 prescriptions for Alvesco, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $197.28 per fill, versus $143.20 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
This medication is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluvoxamine Maleate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $219.40 per fill, versus $40.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This diabetes medication is a combination of 2 drugs (glipizide and metformin).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 11 prescriptions for Glipizide-Metformin, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $89.80 per fill, versus $62.93 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Kienle wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.75 per fill, versus $13.40 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. Kienle’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Kienle prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Kienle's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (545), Amlodipine Besylate (305) and Lisinopril (243).
How does Dr. Kienle's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 104 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Kienle prescribes 25 more often than the typical California prescriber, 30 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Kienle 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 California 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.
