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MR. DUANE L. MITZEL MD
Prescription History 1750353439
Ophthalmology in Scottsdale, AZ

NPI Status: Active since February 06, 2006

Contact Information

7245 E OSBORN RD
SUITE 4
SCOTTSDALE, AZ
ZIP 85251
Phone: (480) 994-5012
Fax: (480) 990-7364

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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 MR. DUANE L. MITZEL MD, an active Ophthalmology specialist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Our medical registry currently tracks 5 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 223 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Latanoprost, which accounts for 156 claims alone.

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Cromolyn Sodium

Generic Formulation: Cromolyn SodiumSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 20.2
Days Supply 550
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,564
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $380.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$133.20

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 chromone complex that acts by inhibiting the release of chemical mediators from sensitized MAST CELLS. It is used in the prophylactic treatment of both allergic and exercise-induced asthma, but does not affect an established asthmatic attack.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain allergic eye conditions (vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, vernal keratitis). It prevents itching of the eyes that can occur with these conditions. Cromolyn is known as a mast cell stabilizer. It works by blocking certain natural substances (histamine, SRS-A) that cause allergic symptoms.

Cyclosporine

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.7
Peer Average Days Supply941
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,938.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$448.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$714.08

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 group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol MaleatSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 28.1
Days Supply 842
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills189.8
Peer Average Days Supply5,678
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $323.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.08

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 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). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 156
30-Day Fills 237.1
Days Supply 6,548
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims167.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills340.0
Peer Average Days Supply9,888
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,733.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.58

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 prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Restasis

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,262
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,919.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$632.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,142.57

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 group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

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 MR. DUANE L. MITZEL MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Scottsdale, AZ.

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 **Ophthalmology** 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.