DR. ROBERT A ENGEL MD
Prescription History 1760460521
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Juana Diaz, PR
What does Dr. Engel prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Engel wrote 3,025 Medicare prescriptions for 55 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 319 prescriptions for 126 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. Engel prescribes.
Medications 55 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 Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 319 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (337). Medicare paid $13.76 per fill, versus $10.05 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 248 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (247). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $10.77 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 227 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $20.53 per fill, versus $15.32 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 187 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 89% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (210). Medicare paid $5.09 per fill, versus $5.10 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 146 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 76% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $8.66 per fill, versus $7.24 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 141 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 87% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (163). Medicare paid $8.05 per fill, versus $5.61 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 120 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (185). Medicare paid $16.80 per fill, versus $12.35 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 101 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 88% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $5.90 per fill, versus $5.83 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 96 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $19.97 per fill, versus $15.11 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 86 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $11.76 per fill, versus $8.48 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 68 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 89% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $21.06 per fill, versus $17.55 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 67 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $1,152.94 per fill, versus $747.42 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
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 66 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $28.59 per fill, versus $21.00 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 66 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $6.34 per fill, versus $6.34 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 61 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $14.78 per fill, versus $10.63 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 57 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 24% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (233). Medicare paid $82.21 per fill, versus $76.31 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 56 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 68% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $6.69 per fill, versus $5.52 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
Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 53 prescriptions for Brilinta, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $669.84 per fill, versus $565.98 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 49 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 78% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $37.03 per fill, versus $20.83 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 46 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (183). Medicare paid $18.04 per fill, versus $11.95 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
Fenofibric acid 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 44 prescriptions for Fenofibric Acid, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $91.08 per fill, versus $49.92 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 43 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 67% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $10.65 per fill, versus $6.28 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 40 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $41.37 per fill, versus $26.55 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 33 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 13% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (262). Medicare paid $14.48 per fill, versus $9.88 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 31 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 20% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (158). Medicare paid $8.07 per fill, versus $6.77 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 29 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $40.94 per fill, versus $23.90 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 28 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 14% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $11.42 per fill, versus $7.25 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 28 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 85% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.44 per fill, versus $7.88 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 26 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $4.32 per fill, versus $7.48 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 26 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $100.40 per fill, versus $53.83 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 25 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $43.33 per fill, versus $24.52 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 25 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $863.43 per fill, versus $847.15 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 25 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 20% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $13.92 per fill, versus $10.59 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 23 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $29.63 per fill, versus $30.10 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 23 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 16% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (142). Medicare paid $8.82 per fill, versus $8.42 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 22 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $22.87 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 22 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $16.52 per fill, versus $13.06 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 22 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 42% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $49.19 per fill, versus $35.08 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 20 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 15% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (130). Medicare paid $14.52 per fill, versus $10.15 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 19 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $9.82 per fill, versus $8.75 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 18 prescriptions for Verapamil Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $24.83 per fill, versus $10.61 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 17 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 29% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $21.84 per fill, versus $12.90 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $16.83 per fill, versus $11.44 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 chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 16 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $11.96 per fill, versus $13.49 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 16 prescriptions for Ramipril, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $16.88 per fill, versus $11.20 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 15 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $12.38 per fill, versus $6.89 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 14 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 12% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $8.38 per fill, versus $7.83 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
Risedronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 14 prescriptions for Risedronate Sodium, about 42% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $48.18 per fill, versus $60.79 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $41.06 per fill, versus $30.51 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 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 14 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $17.20 per fill, versus $9.06 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 12 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $29.91 per fill, versus $15.62 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 11 prescriptions for Diovan, about 82% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $281.40 per fill, versus $359.80 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 11 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 12% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $17.78 per fill, versus $17.21 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 a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 11 prescriptions for Mesalamine Dr, about 64% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $168.38 per fill, versus $294.41 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Engel wrote 11 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.46 per fill, versus $20.30 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. Engel’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Engel prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Engel's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (319), Losartan Potassium (248) and Metoprolol Succinate (227).
How does Dr. Engel's prescribing compare with other Puerto Rico prescribers?
Of the 55 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Engel prescribes 4 more often than the typical Puerto Rico prescriber, 14 about as often and 37 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Engel 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 Puerto Rico 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.
