CHANDRA L BROWN MD
Prescription History 1770523821
Family Medicine in Plano, TX
What does Dr. Brown prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Brown wrote 1,693 Medicare prescriptions for 53 medications. The most prescribed was Rosuvastatin Calcium, with 150 prescriptions for 48 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. Brown prescribes.
Medications 53 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 Texas prescribers.
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 150 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $9.52 per fill, versus $13.19 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 87 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $7.75 per fill, versus $9.48 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 85 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $16.75 per fill, versus $14.93 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 82 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.82 per fill, versus $9.50 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 70 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $8.29 per fill, versus $7.09 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 67 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $5.82 per fill, versus $6.07 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 66 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $23.37 per fill, versus $25.41 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 64 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 66% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $16.82 per fill, versus $15.87 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 64 prescriptions for Ozempic, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,502.28 per fill, versus $1,293.82 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 medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 54 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $18.21 per fill, versus $14.00 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 52 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $12.75 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 47 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.74 per fill, versus $4.50 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 46 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 88% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $5.63 per fill, versus $8.44 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 45 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $10.38 per fill, versus $10.85 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 33 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $20.26 per fill, versus $23.89 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 31 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 28% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $5.12 per fill, versus $9.74 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 treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 29 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.68 per fill, versus $10.79 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 28 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,033.67 per fill, versus $985.01 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 27 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $35.76 per fill, versus $23.99 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 27 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $14.74 per fill, versus $7.60 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 26 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $6.99 per fill, versus $5.09 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 25 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $13.48 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 24 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $30.40 per fill, versus $25.74 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 23 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 42% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.53 per fill, versus $15.72 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 23 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,158.87 per fill, versus $1,092.03 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 23 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $9.12 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 20 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 32% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $31.97 per fill, versus $19.18 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $29.89 per fill, versus $24.94 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 18 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.23 per fill, versus $18.82 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
Pitavastatin 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 18 prescriptions for Pitavastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $59.70 per fill, versus $150.76 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 18 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $5.23 per fill, versus $10.81 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 18 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 70% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $32.26 per fill, versus $31.58 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
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 17 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $30.57 per fill, versus $41.80 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 17 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,206.26 per fill, versus $824.24 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 16 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 31% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $10.00 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 16 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $5.32 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 16 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $98.37 per fill, versus $54.40 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 16 prescriptions for Telmisartan-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 71% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $95.93 per fill, versus $56.72 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 15 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 16% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $10.07 per fill, versus $7.22 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 15 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,782.80 per fill, versus $1,393.87 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 14 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $6.99 per fill, versus $7.37 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 14 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.42 per fill, versus $32.73 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 14 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $9.68 per fill, versus $9.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 42% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $12.87 per fill, versus $7.49 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 13 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 25% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,163.69 per fill, versus $1,267.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 12 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 19% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.81 per fill, versus $11.09 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 11 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 19% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $40.03 per fill, versus $28.56 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 11 prescriptions for Linzess, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,020.98 per fill, versus $840.42 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 11 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 29% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.84 per fill, versus $14.03 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 11 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 14% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $9.62 per fill, versus $11.71 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
Risedronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 11 prescriptions for Risedronate Sodium Dr, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $291.76 per fill, versus $193.79 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 11 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 25% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $33.04 per fill, versus $9.03 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Brown wrote 11 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 31% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.38 per fill, versus $11.98 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. Brown’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Brown prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Brown's most prescribed medications were Rosuvastatin Calcium (150), Atorvastatin Calcium (87) and Omeprazole (85).
How does Dr. Brown's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 53 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Brown prescribes 2 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 6 about as often and 45 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Brown 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 Texas 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.
