DR. NITIN DAS KUNNATHU PUTHANVEEDU
Prescription History 1770933921
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in Cleveland, OH
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. NITIN DAS KUNNATHU PUTHANVEEDU, an active Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program specialist practicing in Cleveland, OH. Our medical registry currently tracks 16 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 270 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Vancomycin Hcl, which accounts for 30 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other OH PrescribersVs. OH Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancomycin Hcl | 30 | $246.95 | ▲ More than typical |
About Vancomycin Hcl: Vancomycin is an antibiotic used to treat infections. Show more ▾ This form of vancomycin is used to treat a certain intestinal condition (colitis) caused by bacteria. This condition causes diarrhea and stomach/abdominal discomfort or pain. When vancomycin is taken by mouth, it stays in the intestines to stop the growth of certain bacteria that cause these symptoms. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infection in the intestines. It will not work for bacterial infections in any other part of the body or 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. Antibacterial obtained from Streptomyces orientalis. It is a glycopeptide related to RISTOCETIN that inhibits bacterial cell wall assembly and is toxic to kidneys and the inner ear. In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Vancomycin Hcl, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $246.95 per fill, versus $76.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 154 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ethambutol Hcl | 25 | $39.97▼ below OH avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Ethambutol Hcl: Ethambutol is used with other medications to treat tuberculosis (TB). Show more ▾ Ethambutol is an antibiotic and 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. An antitubercular agent that inhibits the transfer of mycolic acids into the cell wall of the tubercle bacillus. It may also inhibit the synthesis of spermidine in mycobacteria. The action is usually bactericidal, and the drug can penetrate human cell membranes to exert its lethal effect. (From Smith and Reynard, Textbook of Pharmacology, 1992, p863) In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Ethambutol Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $39.97 per fill, versus $56.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OH average for this medication. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 843 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| TivicayDolutegravir Sodium | 23 | $2,362.73 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Tivicay: Dolutegravir is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection. Show more ▾ It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. Dolutegravir belongs to a class of drugs known as integrase inhibitors. It blocks the virus from growing and infecting more cells. Dolutegravir is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share personal items (such as needles/syringes, toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Tivicay, about 61% of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $2,362.73 per fill, versus $2,278.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| SymtuzaDarunavir/Cob/Emtri/Tenof Alaf | 22 | $5,063.91 | ≈ Typical |
About Symtuza: This product is used to help control HIV infection. Show more ▾ It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. This product contains 4 different medications: darunavir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide. Darunavir is known as a protease inhibitor. Cobicistat helps darunavir work better. Emtricitabine is called a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor, while tenofovir alafenamide is called a nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor; both kinds of drugs are often called NRTIs. Darunavir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share personal items (such as needles/syringes, toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Symtuza, about 76% of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $5,063.91 per fill, versus $4,575.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| BiktarvyBictegrav/Emtricit/Tenofov Ala | 21 | $4,130.48 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Biktarvy: This combination product is used by itself to help control HIV infection. Show more ▾ It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. This product is a combination of 3 different drugs: bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide. Bictegravir is called an integrase strand transfer inhibitor-INSTI. Emtricitabine is called a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor, while tenofovir alafenamide is called a nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor. Emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide are often called NRTIs. Bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share personal items (such as needles/syringes, toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Biktarvy, about a third of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $4,130.48 per fill, versus $3,896.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| CeftriaxoneCeftriaxone Sodium | 19 | $100.15 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ceftriaxone: Ceftriaxone is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This drug is not recommended for use in newborns with high blood bilirubin levels and premature infants due to increased risk of side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. A broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic and cefotaxime derivative with a very long half-life and high penetrability to meninges, eyes and inner ears. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Ceftriaxone, about 68% of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $100.15 per fill, versus $55.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 114 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Rifampin | 16 | $48.91▼ below OH avg | ≈ Typical |
About Rifampin: A semisynthetic antibiotic produced from Streptomyces mediterranei. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Rifampin, about 89% of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $48.91 per fill, versus $71.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OH average for this medication. 18 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 540 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ampicillin Sodium | 15 | $130.87▼ below OH avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ampicillin Sodium: Ampicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It is a penicillin-type 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. Semi-synthetic derivative of penicillin that functions as an orally active broad-spectrum antibiotic. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Ampicillin Sodium, about 83% of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $130.87 per fill, versus $247.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OH average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 37 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ErtapenemErtapenem Sodium | 14 | $676.37 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ertapenem: Ertapenem is used to prevent and treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a carbapenem-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. A carbapenem derivative antibacterial agent that is more stable to renal dehydropeptidase I than IMIPENEM, but does not need to be given with an enzyme inhibitor such as CILASTATIN. It is used in the treatment of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial infections including intra-abdominal infections, acute gynecological infections, complicated urinary tract infections, skin infections, and respiratory tract infections. It is also used to prevent infection in colorectal surgery. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Ertapenem, about half the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $676.37 per fill, versus $539.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 80 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Piperacillin-TazobactamPiperacillin Sodium/Tazobactam | 14 | $222.87 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Piperacillin-Tazobactam: Piperacillin/tazobactam is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It is a penicillin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. An antibiotic combination product of piperacillin and tazobactam, a penicillanic acid derivative with enhanced beta-lactamase inhibitory activity, that is used for the intravenous treatment of intra-abdominal, pelvic, and skin infections and for community-acquired pneumonia of moderate severity. It is also used for the treatment of PSEUDOMONAS AERUGINOSA INFECTIONS. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Piperacillin-Tazobactam, about 67% of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $222.87 per fill, versus $195.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 82 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ampicillin-SulbactamAmpicillin Sod/Sulbactam Sod | 13 | $162.35▼ below OH avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ampicillin-Sulbactam: This combination medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It is known as a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Ampicillin-Sulbactam, about 65% of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $162.35 per fill, versus $163.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OH average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 31 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cefadroxil | 13 | $12.91▼ below OH avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Cefadroxil: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. 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. Long-acting, broad-spectrum, water-soluble, CEPHALEXIN derivative. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Cefadroxil, about a third of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $12.91 per fill, versus $16.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OH average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 450 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Daptomycin | 12 | $457.03▼ below OH avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Daptomycin: This medication is an antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 12 months due to possible risk of serious side effects. A cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic that inhibits GRAM-POSITIVE BACTERIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Daptomycin, about a third of the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $457.03 per fill, versus $1,064.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the OH average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 79 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Itraconazole | 11 | $1,426.22 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Itraconazole: Itraconazole is used to treat a variety of fungal infections. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of drugs known as azole antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungi. A triazole antifungal agent that inhibits cytochrome P-450-dependent enzymes required for ERGOSTEROL synthesis. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Itraconazole, about half the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $1,426.22 per fill, versus $336.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 304 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Maraviroc | 11 | $1,265.22 | – No State Data |
About Maraviroc: Maraviroc is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection. Show more ▾ It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. Maraviroc belongs to a class of drugs known as entry inhibitors. It works by blocking the HIV virus from infecting healthy immune cells (T-cells). Maraviroc is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share personal items (such as needles/syringes, toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. A cyclohexane and triazole derivative that acts as an antagonist of the CCR5 RECEPTOR. It prevents infection by HIV-1 virus strains which use CCR5 as a co-receptor for membrane fusion and cellular entry. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Maraviroc. Medicare paid an average of $1,265.22 per fill. No state comparison is available for this medication. How often this provider prescribes it No state benchmark is available for this medication. What Medicare paid per fill $1,265.22 Cost per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meropenem | 11 | $274.03 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Meropenem: Meropenem is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a carbapenem-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. A thienamycin derivative antibacterial agent that is more stable to renal dehydropeptidase I than IMIPENEM, but does not need to be given with an enzyme inhibitor such as CILASTATIN. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections, including infections in immunocompromised patients. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Meropenem, about half the volume of the typical Ohio prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $274.03 per fill, versus $248.77 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average OH prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 55 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. NITIN DAS KUNNATHU PUTHANVEEDU is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program prescribing approach at this Cleveland, OH practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among OH prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
