MR. THOMAS ROBERT APUZZO MD
Prescription History 1750459921
Family Medicine in Yonkers, NY
What does Dr. Apuzzo prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Apuzzo wrote 4,768 Medicare prescriptions for 109 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 410 prescriptions for 107 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. Apuzzo prescribes.
Medications 109 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 New York 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 410 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $7.58 per fill, versus $10.41 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 339 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $6.16 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 304 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $4.76 per fill, versus $6.94 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 171 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $11.32 per fill, versus $13.15 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 159 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $8.62 per fill, versus $9.47 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 155 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $7.72 per fill, versus $8.04 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 153 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $81.92 per fill, versus $10.10 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 130 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $13.84 per fill, versus $14.99 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 111 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $10.32 per fill, versus $11.48 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 96 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $14.76 per fill, versus $12.77 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 92 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $1.55 per fill, versus $4.36 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 91 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $9.55 per fill, versus $14.37 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 85 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $3.49 per fill, versus $6.87 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 74 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $34.87 per fill, versus $33.48 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 73 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $4.55 per fill, versus $6.31 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 72 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $2.50 per fill, versus $4.82 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 66 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $5.78 per fill, versus $8.71 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 58 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $829.79 per fill, versus $974.53 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 57 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $13.13 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 55 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $14.09 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 53 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $14.74 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 53 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $23.69 per fill, versus $29.15 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 50 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 73% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $34.12 per fill, versus $13.04 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 49 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 70% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $7.81 per fill, versus $11.79 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 47 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6.98 per fill, versus $10.29 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 44 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $854.55 per fill, versus $874.81 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 40 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $8.62 per fill, versus $8.29 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 depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 40 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 73% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $41.64 per fill, versus $17.32 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 39 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.57 per fill, versus $7.91 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 38 prescriptions for Januvia, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $858.33 per fill, versus $893.24 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 38 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.99 per fill, versus $17.57 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 37 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 70% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1.08 per fill, versus $3.65 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 37 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $10.89 per fill, versus $9.83 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 36 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $15.82 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 35 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $14.39 per fill, versus $23.60 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 35 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $11.88 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 34 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $25.03 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 34 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 75% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $27.54 per fill, versus $16.11 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 33 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $22.28 per fill, versus $11.04 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 33 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $3.53 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 32 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.80 per fill, versus $9.14 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 32 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 79% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $26.15 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 31 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $8.92 per fill, versus $10.76 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 31 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $13.56 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 29 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $24.20 per fill, versus $23.72 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 27 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.37 per fill, versus $6.51 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, schizoaffective disorders).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 27 prescriptions for Haloperidol, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $14.39 per fill, versus $27.34 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
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 26 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 83% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.98 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 26 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 77% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $10.96 per fill, versus $22.58 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 25 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.31 per fill, versus $4.76 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 25 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.01 per fill, versus $12.21 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 25 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,320.68 per fill, versus $1,011.66 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 25 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.77 per fill, versus $12.32 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 23 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $17.30 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 23 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 71% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $25.99 per fill, versus $30.63 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 combination medication 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 23 prescriptions for Ezetimibe-Simvastatin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $33.47 per fill, versus $114.61 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 22 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $28.71 per fill, versus $24.80 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 21 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $3.31 per fill, versus $10.95 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 21 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 85% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.11 per fill, versus $10.00 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 20 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $13.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 20 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.41 per fill, versus $11.08 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 19 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $36.48 per fill, versus $19.79 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 19 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.11 per fill, versus $8.15 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 19 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1.00 per fill, versus $5.43 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 18 prescriptions for Diclofenac Potassium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,988.22 per fill, versus $1,094.27 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 17 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $388.33 per fill, versus $511.52 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 17 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $17.33 per fill, versus $169.32 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 17 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $21.78 per fill, versus $8.43 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 17 prescriptions for Linzess, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $585.90 per fill, versus $683.33 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 17 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1.94 per fill, versus $4.12 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
Exenatide is used either alone or with other medications, and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 16 prescriptions for Bydureon Bcise, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $1,142.37 per fill, versus $1,118.69 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 16 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.80 per fill, versus $10.34 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 16 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $8.47 per fill, versus $11.69 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 16 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $7.95 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 16 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 29% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $1,278.58 per fill, versus $1,279.00 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 16 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $691.06 per fill, versus $729.82 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 15 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $71.22 per fill, versus $155.70 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $3.32 per fill, versus $19.76 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
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 15 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 16% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $11.58 per fill, versus $24.43 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 15 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $2.33 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 14 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.45 per fill, versus $17.60 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 14 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.73 per fill, versus $18.50 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 14 prescriptions for Methimazole, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.90 per fill, versus $10.21 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 skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 14 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $198.63 per fill, versus $40.16 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 14 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $286.66 per fill, versus $292.92 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 14 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.79 per fill, versus $69.95 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 14 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.23 per fill, versus $15.60 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $7.76 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.24 per fill, versus $13.12 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.68 per fill, versus $24.33 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.74 per fill, versus $7.11 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.86 per fill, versus $26.33 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $14.50 per fill, versus $21.31 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $524.73 per fill, versus $690.92 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.51 per fill, versus $9.55 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
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $204.87 per fill, versus $287.31 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 29% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.24 per fill, versus $7.92 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $41.29 per fill, versus $25.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $2.11 per fill, versus $16.14 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Matzim La, about 85% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $70.96 per fill, versus $79.66 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $27.53 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 prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $105.83 per fill, versus $61.42 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $33.46 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
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Entresto, about 21% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $924.54 per fill, versus $1,039.97 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Lantus, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $53.38 per fill, versus $94.30 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 7% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $0.40 per fill, versus $11.29 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $28.58 per fill, versus $26.68 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $95.20 per fill, versus $58.16 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Apuzzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $11.23 per fill, versus $11.69 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. Apuzzo’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Apuzzo prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Apuzzo's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (410), Amlodipine Besylate (339) and Lisinopril (304).
How does Dr. Apuzzo's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 109 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Apuzzo prescribes 16 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 22 about as often and 71 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Apuzzo 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 New York 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.
