DR. DOUGLAS C DYCUS M.D.
Prescription History 1780601708
Internal Medicine in Gainesboro, TN
What does Dr. Dycus prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Dycus wrote 14,350 Medicare prescriptions for 198 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 577 prescriptions for 164 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. Dycus prescribes.
Medications 198 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 Tennessee prescribers.
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 577 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $14.04 per fill, versus $10.30 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 565 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 4.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $11.42 per fill, versus $10.09 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 497 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $14.59 per fill, versus $13.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 493 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (172). Medicare paid $9.04 per fill, versus $8.49 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 356 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 6.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $964.28 per fill, versus $973.79 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 327 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (149). Medicare paid $6.61 per fill, versus $5.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 324 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $7.17 per fill, versus $5.99 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 307 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $11.46 per fill, versus $12.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 296 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 5.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $16.59 per fill, versus $14.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 249 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $18.14 per fill, versus $12.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 242 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $6.79 per fill, versus $5.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 241 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $6.13 per fill, versus $4.66 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 236 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $19.67 per fill, versus $12.39 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 relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 227 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $13.79 per fill, versus $19.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 227 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $9.28 per fill, versus $8.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 225 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $6.93 per fill, versus $8.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 222 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $18.28 per fill, versus $13.09 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
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 220 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $12.02 per fill, versus $24.67 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 220 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $20.98 per fill, versus $17.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 210 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $11.92 per fill, versus $10.70 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 207 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $11.80 per fill, versus $10.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 195 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $3.04 per fill, versus $3.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 182 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $9.01 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 179 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $2.87 per fill, versus $4.53 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
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 177 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $990.96 per fill, versus $804.23 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 168 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $20.73 per fill, versus $13.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 167 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $15.39 per fill, versus $8.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 164 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $22.77 per fill, versus $23.18 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 146 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $27.02 per fill, versus $27.69 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 143 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $724.25 per fill, versus $861.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 137 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $7.38 per fill, versus $7.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 131 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $6.39 per fill, versus $7.18 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 122 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $12.65 per fill, versus $14.02 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 120 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $3.50 per fill, versus $4.38 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 116 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $6.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 114 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $15.59 per fill, versus $12.71 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 113 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.53 per fill, versus $7.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 113 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $14.26 per fill, versus $14.80 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 111 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $45.17 per fill, versus $24.41 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 109 prescriptions for Januvia, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $849.16 per fill, versus $827.26 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 108 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $5.33 per fill, versus $4.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 99 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,460.80 per fill, versus $1,248.49 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 97 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $18.65 per fill, versus $14.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 95 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $17.14 per fill, versus $12.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 92 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $50.59 per fill, versus $41.72 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 88 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 2.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $33.61 per fill, versus $27.25 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 87 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $10.14 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 87 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.07 per fill, versus $11.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 83 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.13 per fill, versus $11.83 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 81 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $11.00 per fill, versus $13.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 80 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $26.15 per fill, versus $20.54 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 79 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $21.02 per fill, versus $18.48 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 70 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $5.69 per fill, versus $6.85 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 69 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 81% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $35.38 per fill, versus $39.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 68 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $25.39 per fill, versus $18.31 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 65 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.05 per fill, versus $16.32 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 64 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $2.64 per fill, versus $6.81 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 63 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $9.58 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 62 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $20.46 per fill, versus $22.17 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 62 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $22.26 per fill, versus $11.72 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
Nateglinide is used alone or with other medications to control high blood sugar along with a proper diet and exercise program.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 62 prescriptions for Nateglinide, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $92.62 per fill, versus $70.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 60 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $770.37 per fill, versus $864.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 57 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.90 per fill, versus $5.78 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 anxiety.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 56 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.61 per fill, versus $15.01 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 56 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $9.13 per fill, versus $7.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 53 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $6.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 50 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $39.14 per fill, versus $16.98 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 49 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.27 per fill, versus $11.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 48 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,031.66 per fill, versus $1,232.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 47 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $24.25 per fill, versus $14.18 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 46 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.81 per fill, versus $18.71 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 46 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $11.69 per fill, versus $12.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 46 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.59 per fill, versus $17.00 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
Lovastatin 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 45 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.89 per fill, versus $8.09 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
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 45 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $8.09 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 44 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $17.84 per fill, versus $16.39 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 44 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $23.21 per fill, versus $26.55 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 44 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.62 per fill, versus $13.38 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 43 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $12.32 per fill, versus $9.12 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 43 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $11.71 per fill, versus $8.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 43 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3.36 per fill, versus $5.58 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 certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 43 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $8.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 43 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.92 per fill, versus $13.80 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 42 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 82% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $29.45 per fill, versus $25.58 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 42 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $19.14 per fill, versus $32.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 41 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $41.99 per fill, versus $30.19 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
Liothyronine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 41 prescriptions for Liothyronine Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $28.62 per fill, versus $35.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 40 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $5.23 per fill, versus $2.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 40 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.71 per fill, versus $9.05 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 40 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $117.55 per fill, versus $128.39 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 in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 39 prescriptions for Dutasteride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $55.89 per fill, versus $29.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 37 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $427.02 per fill, versus $363.81 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 34 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $16.44 per fill, versus $15.11 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 34 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $19.29 per fill, versus $17.50 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 33 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $37.42 per fill, versus $17.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 33 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $12.07 per fill, versus $10.36 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 33 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.96 per fill, versus $9.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 33 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $9.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 32 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $33.24 per fill, versus $30.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Minoxidil is used with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 32 prescriptions for Minoxidil, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $62.68 per fill, versus $13.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 31 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $24.15 per fill, versus $10.56 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 a hormone.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 31 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 80% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.43 per fill, versus $39.55 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 31 prescriptions for Imipramine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.82 per fill, versus $15.74 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 31 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.37 per fill, versus $7.99 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 30 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 77% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $761.13 per fill, versus $785.00 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
Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 30 prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $22.62 per fill, versus $18.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, a condition in which the body's defense system (immune system) fails to recognize the body as itself and attacks the healthy tissues around the joints.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 30 prescriptions for Leflunomide, about 41% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $141.17 per fill, versus $73.96 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 30 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,066.68 per fill, versus $1,222.08 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 28 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 86% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.16 per fill, versus $8.25 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 alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 28 prescriptions for Primidone, about 76% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $21.05 per fill, versus $22.40 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 vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 28 prescriptions for Shingrix, about 17% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (163). Medicare paid $204.58 per fill, versus $213.67 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 combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 28 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.82 per fill, versus $5.26 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 28 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 89% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $72.31 per fill, versus $29.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 27 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.94 per fill, versus $15.05 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 27 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $26.35 per fill, versus $27.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 27 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 77% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.02 per fill, versus $12.55 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 27 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $20.62 per fill, versus $23.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 26 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $25.86 per fill, versus $20.34 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
Varenicline is used by adults to help stop smoking.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 26 prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $142.50 per fill, versus $220.30 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 25 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $8.70 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 25 prescriptions for Cymbalta, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $262.41 per fill, versus $421.99 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 25 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $27.06 per fill, versus $21.00 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
Repaglinide is used alone or with other medications to control high blood sugar along with a proper diet and exercise program.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 25 prescriptions for Repaglinide, about 84% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $53.33 per fill, versus $33.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 25 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $15.68 per fill, versus $5.50 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
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 23 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 77% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $656.82 per fill, versus $524.05 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 23 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $16.84 per fill, versus $23.74 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 23 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $89.47 per fill, versus $130.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 23 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 36% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.42 per fill, versus $26.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 23 prescriptions for Naproxen, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $12.09 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 23 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 65% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.24 per fill, versus $10.80 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
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 22 prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $70.09 per fill, versus $86.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 22 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $24.68 per fill, versus $19.24 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 21 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $28.33 per fill, versus $14.18 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 21 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $51.18 per fill, versus $65.48 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 20 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.98 per fill, versus $7.69 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 20 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $42.05 per fill, versus $21.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 20 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $252.35 per fill, versus $203.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 20 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 68% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $45.93 per fill, versus $35.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 20 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $25.09 per fill, versus $20.81 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
Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 19 prescriptions for Clindamycin Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.18 per fill, versus $8.34 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
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 19 prescriptions for Dexlansoprazole Dr, about 84% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $189.37 per fill, versus $249.59 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 insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.78 per fill, versus $18.80 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 19 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 40% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.05 per fill, versus $6.09 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 19 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $26.99 per fill, versus $13.74 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, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 19 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $20.87 per fill, versus $13.34 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 19 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 65% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $3.30 per fill, versus $8.53 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 18 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $48.58 per fill, versus $29.40 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
Thyroid hormone is used to treat underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 17 prescriptions for Armour Thyroid, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $83.40 per fill, versus $68.03 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 depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 17 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 65% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.32 per fill, versus $20.13 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 17 prescriptions for Flecainide Acetate, about 32% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $53.91 per fill, versus $41.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 17 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $19.89 per fill, versus $25.24 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 17 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 65% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $803.46 per fill, versus $657.70 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 17 prescriptions for Verapamil Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $12.07 per fill, versus $9.66 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 detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 16 prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen, about 87% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $172.91 per fill, versus $222.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 16 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $29.69 per fill, versus $56.34 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $25.84 per fill, versus $22.09 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 16 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 62% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $412.04 per fill, versus $317.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 16 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Nano Pen Needle, about 71% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $59.50 per fill, versus $94.79 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
Acarbose is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 15 prescriptions for Acarbose, about 70% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $52.25 per fill, versus $31.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 15 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $3.68 per fill, versus $7.13 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 15 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 28% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $22.32 per fill, versus $26.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 15 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $842.81 per fill, versus $788.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to make the urine less acidic.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 15 prescriptions for Potassium Citrate Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $158.97 per fill, versus $92.68 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 15 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $61.58 per fill, versus $19.49 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
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 14 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 20% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $14.86 per fill, versus $26.96 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
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 14 prescriptions for Dexilant, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $276.55 per fill, versus $347.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 14 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 33% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $877.88 per fill, versus $896.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 14 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $48.14 per fill, versus $28.31 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 14 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 36% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $7.41 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 38% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $26.45 per fill, versus $34.23 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 14 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $87.83 per fill, versus $71.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 13 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $36.37 per fill, versus $14.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azathioprine is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 13 prescriptions for Azathioprine, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $28.89 per fill, versus $47.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 13 prescriptions for Carisoprodol, about 62% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $6.74 per fill, versus $8.13 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 obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluvoxamine Maleate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $67.46 per fill, versus $37.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 13 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 78% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $10.80 per fill, versus $22.96 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 13 prescriptions for Nystatin, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.71 per fill, versus $16.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 13 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 22% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $14.67 per fill, versus $15.36 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 13 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 64% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $25.82 per fill, versus $28.93 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 39% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.12 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 combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4.40 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
This medication is used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Clomipramine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $129.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 64% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $961.34 per fill, versus $628.98 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 34% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $9.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Lubiprostone, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $100.76 per fill, versus $110.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $19.59 per fill, versus $25.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $4.59 per fill, versus $27.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $170.82 per fill, versus $94.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 12 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $17.46 per fill, versus $14.82 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 used to treat a certain bowel condition (Crohn's disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Budesonide Dr, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $64.31 per fill, versus $122.27 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about 23% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $16.18 per fill, versus $15.82 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 used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Clonidine, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $90.09 per fill, versus $121.47 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 30% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.92 per fill, versus $11.81 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 32% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.57 per fill, versus $10.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 34% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $14.51 per fill, versus $41.18 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 30% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $37.81 per fill, versus $18.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $68.64 per fill, versus $90.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Dycus wrote 11 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.15 per fill, versus $35.98 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. Dycus’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Dycus prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Dycus's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (577), Losartan Potassium (565) and Omeprazole (497).
How does Dr. Dycus's prescribing compare with other Tennessee prescribers?
Of the 198 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Dycus prescribes 86 more often than the typical Tennessee prescriber, 45 about as often and 67 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Dycus 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 Tennessee 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.
