DR. JU HOAN JOH M.D. M.S. M.P.H
Prescription History 1750737110
Family Medicine in Buffalo, NY
What does Dr. Joh prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Joh wrote 1,196 Medicare prescriptions for 47 medications. The most prescribed was Metoprolol Succinate, with 132 prescriptions for 12 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. Joh prescribes.
Medications 47 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 132 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $9.63 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 113 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 85% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $8.86 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
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. Joh wrote 74 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $5.97 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 61 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $12.30 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 58 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.34 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 52 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.98 per fill, versus $31.52 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
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. Joh wrote 43 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $311.08 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 41 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $8.33 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
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. Joh wrote 41 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $12.11 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 28 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.70 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
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. Joh wrote 24 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $28.40 per fill, versus $117.03 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 23 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $13.89 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
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. Joh wrote 22 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.49 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.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 21 prescriptions for Autoshield Duo Pen Needle, about 62% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $59.53 per fill, versus $92.85 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 21 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $20.89 per fill, versus $12.76 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 21 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $38.13 per fill, versus $27.58 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
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. Joh wrote 20 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 10% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $14.56 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
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. Joh wrote 19 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 15% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $12.66 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 18 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 12% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $7.39 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 17 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $22.27 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 16 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.14 per fill, versus $8.37 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 15 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $13.96 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
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. Joh wrote 15 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $5.01 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 15 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.73 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 15 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $22.89 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
Sevelamer is used to lower high blood phosphorus (phosphate) levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 15 prescriptions for Sevelamer Carbonate, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $213.14 per fill, versus $180.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 14 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $16.81 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 14 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $16.33 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 14 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 14% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $23.28 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 13 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $170.56 per fill, versus $39.34 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 13 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $7.30 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 13 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.52 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
This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 13 prescriptions for Mesalamine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $103.69 per fill, versus $521.59 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 13 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $8.66 per fill, versus $22.91 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
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. Joh wrote 12 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 21% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.27 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. Joh wrote 12 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 19% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.49 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 12 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $98.16 per fill, versus $167.96 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
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. Joh wrote 12 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 20% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $396.40 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
Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 12 prescriptions for Methenamine Hippurate, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $25.25 per fill, versus $69.27 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 12 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 12% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $6.11 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 11 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $8.07 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
Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 11 prescriptions for Anastrozole, about 17% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $29.91 per fill, versus $17.15 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
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. Joh wrote 11 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $17.18 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 product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 11 prescriptions for Entresto, about 21% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $313.75 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 11 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $4.23 per fill, versus $5.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 11 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.96 per fill, versus $61.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Joh wrote 11 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $7.77 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.
Questions about Dr. Joh’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Joh prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Joh's most prescribed medications were Metoprolol Succinate (132), Levothyroxine Sodium (113) and Furosemide (74).
How does Dr. Joh's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 47 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Joh prescribes 1 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 4 about as often and 42 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Joh 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.
