MS. HEATHER MICHELLE SKEENS MD
Prescription History 1770520439
Ophthalmology in South Charleston, WV


Quality Rating: 80.27 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since June 01, 2006

Contact Information

300 TECHNOLOGY DR
WEST VIRGINIA CORNEA & CATARACT CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV
ZIP 25309
Phone: (304) 721-4003
Fax: (304) 746-2996

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for MS. HEATHER MICHELLE SKEENS MD, an active Ophthalmology specialist practicing in South Charleston, WV. Our medical registry currently tracks 24 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 3,339 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Prednisolone Acetate, which accounts for 912 claims alone.


Acyclovir

Generic Formulation: AcyclovirSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.0
Peer Average Days Supply911
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $326.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.43

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

Clinical Summary

A GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes.

Therapeutic Applications

Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox. This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. In addition, in people with a weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease the risk of the virus spreading to other parts of the body and causing serious infections.

Cyclosporine

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 60
30-Day Fills 98.5
Days Supply 2,865
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.3
Peer Average Days Supply638
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 275.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $29,042.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$484.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$574.38

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

Clinical Summary

A group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Difluprednate

Generic Formulation: DifluprednateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 152
30-Day Fills 177.4
Days Supply 4,040
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills81.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,852
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 97.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $22,588.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$148.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$155.14

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat swelling and pain after eye surgery. It may also be used to treat a certain serious eye problem (endogenous anterior uveitis). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide/Timolol/PfSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 64
30-Day Fills 86.0
Days Supply 2,490
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills132.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,941
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,647.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$182.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.92

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

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol MaleatSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 124
30-Day Fills 236.1
Days Supply 6,986
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills132.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,941
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 93.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,641.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.92

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

Therapeutic Applications

This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 600
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.0
Peer Average Days Supply503
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,101.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$61.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.88

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Doxycycline Monohydrate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline MonohydrateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.7
Peer Average Days Supply374
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $210.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.59

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

Clinical Summary

A plant family of the order Dipsacales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. Members of this family are sometimes classified in CAPRIFOLIACEAE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of skin condition called rosacea. It helps to reduce the number of pimples and bumps on the face, but it may not decrease redness. It works by reducing skin inflammation caused by rosacea. Although doxycycline belongs to the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines, this product does not work as an antibiotic because it does not stop the growth of bacteria. Do not use this product to treat any infection, including viral infections (such as the common cold, flu). Use this medication only as prescribed by your doctor.

Erythromycin

Generic Formulation: Erythromycin BaseSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 148
30-Day Fills 152.4
Days Supply 3,054
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.3
Peer Average Days Supply736
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 214.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,500.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.62

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

Therapeutic Applications

Erythromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Erythromycin is known as a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats or prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Fluorometholone

Generic Formulation: FluorometholoneSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 56.5
Days Supply 1,401
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,668
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,351.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$121.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$82.08

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

Clinical Summary

A glucocorticoid employed, usually as eye drops, in the treatment of allergic and inflammatory conditions of the eye. It has also been used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p732)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Fluorometholone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Ketorolac Tromethamine

Generic Formulation: Ketorolac TromethamineSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 345
30-Day Fills 350.7
Days Supply 7,585
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims83.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills98.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,391
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 315.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,904.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.12

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to prevent and treat eye swelling due to a certain type of eye surgery (cataract removal). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 167
30-Day Fills 222.8
Days Supply 6,232
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims129.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills224.3
Peer Average Days Supply6,399
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 29.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,573.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.70

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

Clinical Summary

A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Lotemax

Generic Formulation: Loteprednol EtabonateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 557
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.3
Peer Average Days Supply529
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,902.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$350.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$302.67

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

Clinical Summary

An androstadiene derivative corticosteroid that is used as an ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT for the treatment of inflammatory and allergic eye conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve seasonal allergy symptoms of the eyes such as swelling, redness, and itching. Loteprednol belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Lotemax Sm

Generic Formulation: Loteprednol EtabonateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 83
30-Day Fills 108.4
Days Supply 3,016
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.1
Peer Average Days Supply845
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 186.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $21,688.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$261.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$256.57

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

Clinical Summary

An androstadiene derivative corticosteroid that is used as an ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT for the treatment of inflammatory and allergic eye conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve seasonal allergy symptoms of the eyes such as swelling, redness, and itching. Loteprednol belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Loteprednol Etabonate

Generic Formulation: Loteprednol EtabonateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 223
30-Day Fills 350.6
Days Supply 10,059
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,896
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 355.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $39,747.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$178.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$180.87

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

Clinical Summary

An androstadiene derivative corticosteroid that is used as an ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT for the treatment of inflammatory and allergic eye conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve seasonal allergy symptoms of the eyes such as swelling, redness, and itching. Loteprednol belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Moxifloxacin

Generic Formulation: Moxifloxacin HclSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 352
30-Day Fills 372.5
Days Supply 6,981
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims130.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills131.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,359
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 170.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $10,860.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.62

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

Clinical Summary

A fluoroquinolone that acts as an inhibitor of DNA TOPOISOMERASE II and is used as a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a quinolone antibiotic used for eye infections.

Ofloxacin

Generic Formulation: OfloxacinSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 43.2
Days Supply 1,107
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills80.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,713
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $402.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.05

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic fluoroquinolone antibacterial agent that inhibits the supercoiling activity of bacterial DNA GYRASE, halting DNA REPLICATION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Polymyxin B Sulf/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 23.4
Days Supply 656
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.7
Peer Average Days Supply456
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $124.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.35

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat bacterial infections (such as blepharitis, conjunctivitis) of the eye. It contains 2 antibiotics. Polymyxin B works by killing the bacteria. Trimethoprim works by stopping the growth of the bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Prednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Prednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 912
30-Day Fills 1,230.9
Days Supply 31,941
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims112.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills137.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,480
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 714.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $35,329.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.34

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 38.2
Days Supply 1,042
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.4
Peer Average Days Supply859
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 40.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $270.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.14

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Restasis

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 283
30-Day Fills 377.5
Days Supply 11,100
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,519
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 528.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $250,102.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$883.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,239.24

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

Clinical Summary

A group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol MaleateSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 51.0
Days Supply 1,515
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills122.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,610
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $197.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.40

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

Clinical Summary

A beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

Travoprost

Generic Formulation: TravoprostSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 28.2
Days Supply 839
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,334
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,816.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$176.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$210.41

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

Clinical Summary

A cloprostenol derivative that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Travoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 184
30-Day Fills 300.0
Days Supply 8,413
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply575
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 820.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,131.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.23

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

Clinical Summary

A prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal.

Xiidra

Generic Formulation: LifitegrastSpecialty: Ophthalmology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 58.0
Days Supply 1,740
WV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,363
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 33.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for WV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $39,584.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,099.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,069.55

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat dry eye disease.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

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

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