MORGAN SUSSMAN-MCCREA MD
Prescription History 1760127310
Dermatology in Philadelphia, PA

NPI Status: Active since April 28, 2022

Contact Information

3401 N BROAD ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA
ZIP 19140
Phone: (215) 707-3376
Fax: (215) 707-4058

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for MORGAN SUSSMAN-MCCREA MD, an active Dermatology specialist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 6 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 106 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Clobetasol Propionate, which accounts for 43 claims alone.


Clindamycin Phosphate

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin PhosphateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply775
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $611.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.01

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) in women who are not pregnant. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 43
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,170
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.2
Peer Average Days Supply950
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 26.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,934.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.98

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$67.05

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Dupixent Pen

Generic Formulation: DupilumabSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 322
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.8
Peer Average Days Supply621
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $47,830.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,679.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,611.77

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain skin conditions (eczema, prurigo nodularis) and a certain esophagus problem (eosinophilic esophagitis). It is also used along with other medications to help control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. In addition, dupilumab may be used to reduce symptoms caused by nasal polyps and the long-term swelling of the sinuses and nasal passage (chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis). Dupilumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking certain natural proteins in your body (interleukin-4 and interleukin-13) that may cause inflammation and swelling. This medication should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,170
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $204.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.69

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Tretinoin

Generic Formulation: TretinoinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.8
Peer Average Days Supply557
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,058.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$88.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$116.53

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An important regulator of GENE EXPRESSION during growth and development, and in NEOPLASMS. Tretinoin, also known as retinoic acid and derived from maternal VITAMIN A, is essential for normal GROWTH; and EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT. An excess of tretinoin can be teratogenic. It is used in the treatment of PSORIASIS; ACNE VULGARIS; and several other SKIN DISEASES. It has also been approved for use in promyelocytic leukemia (LEUKEMIA, PROMYELOCYTIC, ACUTE).

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat acne. It may decrease the number and severity of acne pimples and promote quick healing of pimples that do develop. Tretinoin belongs to a class of medications called retinoids. It works by affecting the growth of skin cells.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 440
PA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.9
Peer Average Days Supply919
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $151.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.97

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like MORGAN SUSSMAN-MCCREA MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Philadelphia, PA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Dermatology** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.