MISS ASHLEY NOWLAN VANSTORY PA-C
Prescription History 1760619829
Physician Assistant in High Point, NC
What does Ashley Vanstory prescribe?
In 2024, Ashley Vanstory wrote 4,716 Medicare prescriptions for 99 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 296 prescriptions for 93 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 Ashley Vanstory prescribes.
Medications 99 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 North Carolina prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 296 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $4.17 per fill, versus $5.92 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 247 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $12.21 per fill, versus $15.37 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 243 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (179). Medicare paid $6.76 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 228 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 3.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $21.57 per fill, versus $28.29 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 182 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $15.31 per fill, versus $13.28 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 156 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $4.11 per fill, versus $9.86 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 142 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $12.46 per fill, versus $11.22 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 116 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $11.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 107 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $9.18 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 105 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $6.10 per fill, versus $9.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 96 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.86 per fill, versus $9.52 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 92 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $3.29 per fill, versus $7.15 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 92 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1.44 per fill, versus $4.07 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 used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 86 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $9.14 per fill, versus $10.90 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 83 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $1,214.41 per fill, versus $1,259.98 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 78 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.68 per fill, versus $21.02 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 72 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $4.55 per fill, versus $4.21 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 71 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.09 per fill, versus $12.51 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 68 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $13.43 per fill, versus $15.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 66 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.96 per fill, versus $6.24 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 62 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $26.60 per fill, versus $28.91 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 60 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 2.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $243.14 per fill, versus $299.43 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 56 prescriptions for Linzess, about 1.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $662.08 per fill, versus $783.57 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 51 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.32 per fill, versus $8.57 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 51 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 62% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $2.22 per fill, versus $4.73 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 48 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 86% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $960.81 per fill, versus $973.00 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 46 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.15 per fill, versus $13.93 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 45 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.72 per fill, versus $9.97 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 44 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $2.40 per fill, versus $5.72 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 44 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $6.57 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 42 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $2.04 per fill, versus $4.14 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 42 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $5.48 per fill, versus $8.65 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
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 41 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.78 per fill, versus $14.94 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 41 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.42 per fill, versus $12.87 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 40 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $12.12 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 39 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.79 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.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 39 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $19.71 per fill, versus $12.86 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 37 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $96.26 per fill, versus $118.49 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 36 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $17.12 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 34 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $7.93 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 33 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $14.70 per fill, versus $7.93 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 33 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $53.38 per fill, versus $35.53 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 32 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 77% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.66 per fill, versus $7.65 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 32 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 86% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $4.70 per fill, versus $12.29 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 medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 31 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.09 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 30 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3.04 per fill, versus $6.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 30 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $10.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 30 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $60.26 per fill, versus $65.62 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
This product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 29 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Olmesartan, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.74 per fill, versus $34.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 29 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $14.56 per fill, versus $17.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 29 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $21.01 per fill, versus $24.73 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 27 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $12.48 per fill, versus $13.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 26 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $4.42 per fill, versus $8.90 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 26 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.54 per fill, versus $17.97 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 25 prescriptions for Atenolol-Chlorthalidone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $23.58 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 25 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $26.70 per fill, versus $34.77 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 25 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.11 per fill, versus $14.12 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 25 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $9.40 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 25 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $14.22 per fill, versus $10.74 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 23 prescriptions for Colchicine, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $55.36 per fill, versus $47.35 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 23 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.99 per fill, versus $12.84 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 22 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 64% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.54 per fill, versus $6.75 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 22 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,185.38 per fill, versus $1,227.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 22 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 85% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $54.61 per fill, versus $92.20 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 22 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 34% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $8.71 per fill, versus $17.71 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 21 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,077.84 per fill, versus $898.18 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 21 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 63% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1.60 per fill, versus $10.16 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 20 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 36% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $3.12 per fill, versus $10.58 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 20 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about 81% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.51 per fill, versus $37.24 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 20 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $20.24 per fill, versus $19.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 20 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $18.05 per fill, versus $16.58 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 20 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $4.11 per fill, versus $13.02 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 20 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about 68% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $480.03 per fill, versus $613.10 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 77% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $31.94 per fill, versus $18.41 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 18 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 27% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $7.89 per fill, versus $7.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 17 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.44 per fill, versus $11.22 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 16 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.35 per fill, versus $14.40 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 16 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $25.79 per fill, versus $22.49 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 16 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 17% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $1,191.61 per fill, versus $835.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.92 per fill, versus $10.01 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 15 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 24% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.38 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 15 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $27.69 per fill, versus $20.88 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 13 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $0.83 per fill, versus $13.72 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 13 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 18% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $4.85 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 wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 13 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.41 per fill, versus $7.96 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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 13 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 32% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.91 per fill, versus $6.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 13 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $23.91 per fill, versus $19.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 13 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.99 per fill, versus $12.57 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 13 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17.95 per fill, versus $14.89 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
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 13 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $67.52 per fill, versus $55.54 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 12 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 31% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.51 per fill, versus $16.95 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
Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 12 prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about 63% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $32.81 per fill, versus $16.35 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 12 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $5.82 per fill, versus $11.07 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 12 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 28% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,434.14 per fill, versus $898.41 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 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 North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $125.98 per fill, versus $147.46 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 11 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.95 per fill, versus $8.04 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 11 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $91.47 per fill, versus $111.83 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 prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 11 prescriptions for Mitigare, about 74% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $151.01 per fill, versus $252.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Ashley Vanstory wrote 11 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 27% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $617.72 per fill, versus $618.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Ashley Vanstory’s prescriptions
What does Ashley Vanstory prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Ashley Vanstory's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (296), Gabapentin (247) and Atorvastatin Calcium (243).
How does Ashley Vanstory's prescribing compare with other North Carolina prescribers?
Of the 99 medications with a state comparison, Ashley Vanstory prescribes 24 more often than the typical North Carolina prescriber, 29 about as often and 46 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Ashley Vanstory 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 North Carolina 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.
