LORI VERKLER
Prescription History 1750737243
Nurse Practitioner in Normal, IL
What does Lori Verkler prescribe?
In 2024, Lori Verkler wrote 2,814 Medicare prescriptions for 73 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 313 prescriptions for 105 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 Lori Verkler prescribes.
Medications 73 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 Illinois 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 313 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (208). Medicare paid $5.33 per fill, versus $9.37 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 161 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $3.74 per fill, versus $7.00 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 106 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 73% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $5.84 per fill, versus $6.68 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 103 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $3.31 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 99 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $9.99 per fill, versus $10.46 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 97 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 85% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $5.36 per fill, versus $9.41 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 87 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $5.83 per fill, versus $8.82 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 76 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 79% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $8.15 per fill, versus $11.25 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
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Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 75 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.19 per fill, versus $5.65 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 73 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 88% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $12.56 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 71 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $23.54 per fill, versus $31.97 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 65 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 62% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $4.53 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 63 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 84% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $8.97 per fill, versus $8.10 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 58 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $11.80 per fill, versus $14.22 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 54 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 83% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $3.73 per fill, versus $6.66 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 50 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.51 per fill, versus $13.10 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 48 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $10.98 per fill, versus $14.27 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 treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 47 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $8.96 per fill, versus $8.47 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 46 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $2.89 per fill, versus $8.38 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 45 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $3.85 per fill, versus $7.31 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 40 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 67% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $17.00 per fill, versus $12.18 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 40 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $18.65 per fill, versus $15.83 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 40 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 68% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $5.24 per fill, versus $10.66 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 36 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $25.64 per fill, versus $20.03 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 35 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 66% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $2.79 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 31 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $1,216.31 per fill, versus $1,303.69 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 30 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $15.94 per fill, versus $23.83 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 30 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 74% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $39.62 per fill, versus $32.81 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 28 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.96 per fill, versus $9.22 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 27 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 37% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $8.65 per fill, versus $7.01 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 27 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 38% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $36.17 per fill, versus $20.43 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 26 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 73% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $1.53 per fill, versus $6.92 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 26 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 29% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $4.33 per fill, versus $5.20 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 depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 25 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 61% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $2.97 per fill, versus $6.81 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 24 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.70 per fill, versus $11.13 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 24 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.94 per fill, versus $8.63 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 23 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 60% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $22.57 per fill, versus $23.87 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 23 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $10.61 per fill, versus $14.59 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 22 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,618.88 per fill, versus $1,039.71 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, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 21 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $9.37 per fill, versus $11.98 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 21 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 41% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $6.88 per fill, versus $8.46 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 variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 21 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.32 per fill, versus $9.36 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 20 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.05 per fill, versus $8.56 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 19 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $59.02 per fill, versus $73.18 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 18 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $17.77 per fill, versus $22.31 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 18 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 34% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $12.95 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 17 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 31% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1.77 per fill, versus $9.73 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 17 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.12 per fill, versus $18.38 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 17 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $25.39 per fill, versus $21.99 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 16 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.77 per fill, versus $6.93 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 16 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $10.39 per fill, versus $17.70 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 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 67% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $367.86 per fill, versus $225.58 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 24% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.37 per fill, versus $11.09 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.65 per fill, versus $23.27 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $19.27 per fill, versus $16.82 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 15 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $9.75 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 41% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $508.50 per fill, versus $513.05 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 34% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $33.86 per fill, versus $47.56 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $28.71 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $137.74 per fill, versus $130.05 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 37% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.15 per fill, versus $7.94 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 30% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $0.87 per fill, versus $3.88 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.75 per fill, versus $14.84 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 14 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 62% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $4.15 per fill, versus $16.86 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 27% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $2.70 per fill, versus $7.29 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 14% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $1,023.17 per fill, versus $848.57 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 24% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $50.03 per fill, versus $12.03 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $54.66 per fill, versus $69.57 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 13 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $6.08 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 12 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 34% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $471.71 per fill, versus $577.35 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 12 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.12 per fill, versus $13.82 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 Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $248.08 per fill, versus $156.43 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Lori Verkler wrote 11 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 27% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $9.24 per fill, versus $8.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Lori Verkler’s prescriptions
What does Lori Verkler prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Lori Verkler's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (313), Lisinopril (161) and Amlodipine Besylate (106).
How does Lori Verkler's prescribing compare with other Illinois prescribers?
Of the 73 medications with a state comparison, Lori Verkler prescribes 5 more often than the typical Illinois prescriber, 10 about as often and 58 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Lori Verkler 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 Illinois 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.
