DR. GERTRUDE I. O CHIMEKA ANYANWOKE M.D.
Prescription History 1760465421
Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, LA
What does Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 3,099 Medicare prescriptions for 95 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 215 prescriptions for 37 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. Chimeka Anyanwoke prescribes.
Medications 95 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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 215 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (198). Medicare paid $4.66 per fill, versus $8.79 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 152 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 86% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $4.31 per fill, versus $5.05 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 117 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $16.58 per fill, versus $12.91 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 98 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $12.97 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 97 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $23.67 per fill, versus $30.08 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 82 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $4.24 per fill, versus $6.21 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 74 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (62). 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 72 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 78% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $6.95 per fill, versus $11.41 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 71 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 74% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $3.61 per fill, versus $4.24 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 69 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $6.82 per fill, versus $11.00 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 66 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $10.59 per fill, versus $12.02 statewide.
Volume reflects 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).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 60 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $10.02 per fill, versus $19.12 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 59 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $5.59 per fill, versus $11.15 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 57 prescriptions for Risperidone, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $15.09 per fill, versus $12.93 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 depression.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 53 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $5.77 per fill, versus $8.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 50 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $3.77 per fill, versus $5.84 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 47 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $8.35 per fill, versus $12.88 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 combination product is used by itself to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 46 prescriptions for Biktarvy, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $4,187.08 per fill, versus $3,927.10 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 product contains 3 drugs: abacavir, dolutegravir, and lamivudine.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 44 prescriptions for Triumeq, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4,030.07 per fill, versus $3,731.83 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 43 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 90% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $12.00 per fill, versus $28.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 40 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $3.80 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 38 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $6.82 per fill, versus $10.13 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 38 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $965.15 per fill, versus $1,187.13 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 36 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $15.25 per fill, versus $6.88 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 36 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.48 per fill, versus $8.99 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 36 prescriptions for Glipizide, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.02 per fill, versus $7.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product contains 2 drugs: dolutegravir and lamivudine.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 35 prescriptions for Dovato, about 71% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $3,105.35 per fill, versus $2,921.90 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 34 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $11.38 per fill, versus $13.16 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 32 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 67% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $5.67 per fill, versus $19.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 30 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $5.98 per fill, versus $12.48 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 29 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 24% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $5.21 per fill, versus $8.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 29 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $16.70 per fill, versus $16.44 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 treat depression.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 28 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.94 per fill, versus $12.24 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 28 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 27% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $667.13 per fill, versus $758.12 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 28 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $38.29 per fill, versus $26.00 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 27 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 30% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $2.92 per fill, versus $3.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 26 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 64% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.37 per fill, versus $7.23 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 26 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 34% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $9.23 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 26 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.76 per fill, versus $14.82 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 25 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $22.62 per fill, versus $20.07 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 25 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 29% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $12.35 per fill, versus $16.08 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 help control HIV infection.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 25 prescriptions for Symtuza, about 67% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $4,953.96 per fill, versus $4,594.09 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 24 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.64 per fill, versus $9.25 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 23 prescriptions for Haloperidol, about 74% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $23.63 per fill, versus $29.58 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 23 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 35% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $594.20 per fill, versus $922.05 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 22 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $4.95 per fill, versus $7.43 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 22 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $29.05 per fill, versus $13.58 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 22 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 28% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $5.60 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
This product contains 3 different medications: efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 22 prescriptions for Efavirenz-Emtric-Tenofov Disop, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $80.45 per fill, versus $434.43 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 22 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 14% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (162). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $8.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 22 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 30% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $927.29 per fill, versus $1,212.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 21 prescriptions for Clindamycin Hcl, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $23.25 per fill, versus $8.19 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 20 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 34% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $4.33 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 20 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.68 per fill, versus $6.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 20 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.79 per fill, versus $12.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 19 prescriptions for Cyproheptadine Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $22.34 per fill, versus $19.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $4.59 per fill, versus $8.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 19 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 68% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.60 per fill, versus $5.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 19 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 63% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $49.87 per fill, versus $11.85 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
This medication is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 19 prescriptions for Perseris, about as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $2,989.74 per fill, versus $2,857.54 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
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Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 18 prescriptions for Clozapine, about 42% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $14.27 per fill, versus $67.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 18 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $13.55 per fill, versus $18.16 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 18 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $19.58 per fill, versus $32.00 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 17 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $22.48 per fill, versus $10.06 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 used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 17 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $21.96 per fill, versus $9.56 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 bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 16 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 37% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.43 per fill, versus $37.52 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.39 per fill, versus $11.26 statewide.
Volume reflects 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, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 15 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $33.35 per fill, versus $45.49 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 15 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 35% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $135.38 per fill, versus $120.55 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 15 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.98 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
This product is used to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 14 prescriptions for Cabenuva, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6,491.30 per fill, versus $6,015.24 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 14 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $9.33 per fill, versus $8.09 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 product is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $26.84 per fill, versus $43.93 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $5.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Invega Sustenna, about 33% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $3,643.42 per fill, versus $2,967.03 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
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Lactulose, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $20.94 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 manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.36 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 19% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $3.77 per fill, versus $5.86 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about 61% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $18.23 per fill, versus $26.81 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $31.66 per fill, versus $45.12 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $19.29 per fill, versus $15.69 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 13 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 17% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $12.39 per fill, versus $12.41 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 12 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 13% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $0.90 per fill, versus $4.00 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 12 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $20.95 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 12 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 14% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $14.41 per fill, versus $9.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product contains 3 different medications: emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 12 prescriptions for Complera, about 85% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $3,695.74 per fill, versus $3,496.73 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
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 Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 12 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 23% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $3.19 per fill, versus $3.05 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
Dolutegravir is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 12 prescriptions for Tivicay, about 21% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $2,386.85 per fill, versus $2,332.38 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 product is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 11 prescriptions for Emtricitabine-Tenofovir Disop, about 65% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $31.76 per fill, versus $199.42 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 medication is used to treat certain types of breast cancer (such as hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 11 prescriptions for Letrozole, about 16% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $15.03 per fill, versus $18.75 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 10% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (114). Medicare paid $40.17 per fill, versus $42.84 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
Tiotropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 11 prescriptions for Spiriva Handihaler, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $674.27 per fill, versus $674.42 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 11 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $529.20 per fill, versus $649.97 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 11 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 34% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $59.00 per fill, versus $10.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Louisiana prescribers
Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke wrote 11 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 36% as often as the typical Louisiana prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.92 per fill, versus $26.58 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. Chimeka Anyanwoke’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (215), Amlodipine Besylate (152) and Gabapentin (117).
How does Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke's prescribing compare with other Louisiana prescribers?
Of the 95 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke prescribes 4 more often than the typical Louisiana prescriber, 18 about as often and 73 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Chimeka Anyanwoke 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 Louisiana 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.
