DAHUD JAMAL FARHAN MD
Prescription History 1780176255
Family Medicine in Edinburg, TX
What does Dr. Farhan prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Farhan wrote 1,762 Medicare prescriptions for 54 medications. The most prescribed was Fluticasone Propionate, with 115 prescriptions for 78 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. Farhan prescribes.
Medications 54 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
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. Farhan wrote 115 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $12.76 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 109 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1.49 per fill, versus $3.54 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
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. Farhan wrote 98 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $6.08 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
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. Farhan wrote 73 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $9.32 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 73 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $9.18 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
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. Farhan wrote 68 prescriptions for Ozempic, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,167.31 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
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. Farhan wrote 67 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $8.84 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 58 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $4.93 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
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. Farhan wrote 52 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,141.33 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
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. Farhan wrote 51 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $11.00 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 49 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 33% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $7.39 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 47 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $16.11 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
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. Farhan wrote 41 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $27.62 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 38 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $15.85 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 36 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $5.65 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 35 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $11.74 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
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. Farhan wrote 33 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $4.26 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 32 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 80% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.37 per fill, versus $4.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 32 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.33 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 31 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $14.74 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 30 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.09 per fill, versus $9.53 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 28 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.61 per fill, versus $7.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 27 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $5.39 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 26 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.83 per fill, versus $7.30 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 25 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $29.29 per fill, versus $25.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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. Farhan wrote 24 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 31% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $3.19 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 24 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $10.03 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 24 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $855.65 per fill, versus $860.45 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
Fenofibrate 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. Farhan wrote 23 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $31.16 per fill, versus $28.47 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 23 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 40% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.24 per fill, versus $4.11 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 22 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $52.58 per fill, versus $37.83 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
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. Farhan wrote 22 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,080.18 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
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. Farhan wrote 22 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $7.42 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
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. Farhan wrote 22 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 62% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $10.43 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.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 21 prescriptions for Linzess, about 65% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $744.39 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 19 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $8.98 per fill, versus $14.87 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 19 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.46 per fill, versus $12.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.51 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 39% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.46 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 23% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $4.20 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
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. Farhan wrote 15 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 29% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,110.66 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 14 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.58 per fill, versus $10.82 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 14 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $10.25 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 13 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 18% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $3.24 per fill, versus $8.22 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 13 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 24% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $3.52 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $4.18 per fill, versus $10.82 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
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. Farhan wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $1.94 per fill, versus $9.42 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 12 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $57.76 per fill, versus $41.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 12 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $10.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 11 prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.66 per fill, versus $46.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 11 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $19.00 per fill, versus $27.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 29% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $18.46 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
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 11 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $41.42 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Farhan wrote 11 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about 36% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $596.74 per fill, versus $662.62 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. Farhan’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Farhan prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Farhan's most prescribed medications were Fluticasone Propionate (115), Prednisone (109) and Metformin Hcl (98).
How does Dr. Farhan's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 54 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Farhan prescribes 2 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 8 about as often and 44 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Farhan 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.
