DR. MANUEL GONZALEZ JR. M.D.
Prescription History 1780640607
Family Medicine in Miami, FL
What does Dr. Gonzalez prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Gonzalez wrote 9,481 Medicare prescriptions for 129 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 617 prescriptions for 170 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. Gonzalez prescribes.
Medications 129 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 Florida 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 617 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (197). Medicare paid $8.03 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 431 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 6.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.64 per fill, versus $10.12 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 390 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $12.78 per fill, versus $10.37 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 370 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $10.90 per fill, versus $12.14 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 337 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 5.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $1,184.40 per fill, versus $1,264.03 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 304 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $3.19 per fill, versus $5.08 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 299 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $8.95 per fill, versus $4.97 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 292 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $7.05 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 268 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $8.12 per fill, versus $11.88 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 232 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $6.57 per fill, versus $8.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 185 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $22.32 per fill, versus $12.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 180 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $11.56 per fill, versus $13.25 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 157 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $16.17 per fill, versus $26.04 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 149 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $1,171.48 per fill, versus $915.40 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 148 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.71 per fill, versus $17.57 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 147 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $4.78 per fill, versus $4.16 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 145 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $5.93 per fill, versus $5.82 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 138 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $21.13 per fill, versus $14.90 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 136 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $4.86 per fill, versus $7.31 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 135 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,403.25 per fill, versus $1,101.06 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 130 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.36 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 120 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $11.22 per fill, versus $12.84 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 115 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $27.51 per fill, versus $27.26 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
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat low levels (deficiency) of this vitamin.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 114 prescriptions for Cyanocobalamin Injection, about 5.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $10.03 per fill, versus $13.85 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 112 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $958.46 per fill, versus $985.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 109 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $4.09 per fill, versus $4.78 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 108 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $17.96 per fill, versus $13.67 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 105 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $12.29 per fill, versus $21.41 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 103 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.52 per fill, versus $8.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 101 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $8.51 per fill, versus $9.95 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 99 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $17.16 per fill, versus $12.91 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 96 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $8.63 per fill, versus $9.18 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 94 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 79% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $6.78 per fill, versus $6.26 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 87 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $4.06 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 87 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $5.73 per fill, versus $7.43 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 86 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.97 per fill, versus $7.97 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 79 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $22.64 per fill, versus $22.65 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 79 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,168.66 per fill, versus $901.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 76 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $6.69 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 68 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $10.93 per fill, versus $11.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 67 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $4.22 per fill, versus $6.70 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 60 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $7.40 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 60 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $100.91 per fill, versus $82.75 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 58 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $6.65 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 57 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $8.73 per fill, versus $7.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 57 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $3.16 per fill, versus $8.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 56 prescriptions for Clonidine, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $104.77 per fill, versus $122.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 56 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 90% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.25 per fill, versus $10.93 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 55 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $30.50 per fill, versus $19.53 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 55 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $11.85 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 53 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.12 per fill, versus $10.04 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 53 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $13.79 per fill, versus $10.00 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 53 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $1,255.20 per fill, versus $1,251.05 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 50 prescriptions for Finasteride, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $7.50 per fill, versus $12.40 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 50 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $22.49 per fill, versus $28.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 48 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $13.36 per fill, versus $30.03 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 46 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $19.55 per fill, versus $18.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 45 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $20.20 per fill, versus $25.65 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
Repaglinide is used alone or with other medications to control high blood sugar along with a proper diet and exercise program.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 44 prescriptions for Repaglinide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $48.19 per fill, versus $23.47 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 product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 42 prescriptions for Entresto, about 86% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,323.20 per fill, versus $1,082.46 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 41 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $26.84 per fill, versus $28.99 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 40 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 85% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $19.97 per fill, versus $10.64 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 39 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.63 per fill, versus $6.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 37 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 79% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.84 per fill, versus $8.00 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 35 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $3.09 per fill, versus $6.23 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 34 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 84% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.95 per fill, versus $8.82 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 32 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $2.12 per fill, versus $3.86 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 32 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $33.81 per fill, versus $27.35 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 31 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.76 per fill, versus $17.25 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 30 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $12.75 per fill, versus $15.80 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 29 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,369.91 per fill, versus $951.72 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
This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 29 prescriptions for Zenpep, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $1,799.98 per fill, versus $3,200.68 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 28 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 89% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $9.55 per fill, versus $9.46 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 26 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $107.02 per fill, versus $125.10 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 26 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $22.37 per fill, versus $28.64 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 25 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.06 per fill, versus $27.52 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.18 per fill, versus $10.11 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
This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 24 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $66.14 per fill, versus $39.72 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 24 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.35 per fill, versus $26.98 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 24 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $25.00 per fill, versus $13.92 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 24 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.07 per fill, versus $19.72 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 23 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $24.52 per fill, versus $16.41 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 23 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $935.15 per fill, versus $918.57 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
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $19.81 per fill, versus $27.54 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 medicated gel contains testosterone.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Testosterone, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $120.66 per fill, versus $154.22 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 22 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $23.70 per fill, versus $25.25 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 21 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $798.38 per fill, versus $837.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 21 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $133.61 per fill, versus $98.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 21 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $18.04 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
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 20 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $41.19 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $20.76 per fill, versus $24.35 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $22.50 per fill, versus $13.16 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.25 per fill, versus $9.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 19 prescriptions for Megestrol Acetate, about 77% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $34.89 per fill, versus $65.27 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 18 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $41.34 per fill, versus $57.23 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $7.41 per fill, versus $4.25 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $13.13 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 17 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,438.56 per fill, versus $1,258.36 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 bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 16 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 33% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.09 per fill, versus $74.50 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 16 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $33.80 per fill, versus $19.51 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 16 prescriptions for Digoxin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $23.49 per fill, versus $25.10 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 16 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $9.69 per fill, versus $6.69 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 16 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $19.72 per fill, versus $7.31 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $22.84 per fill, versus $13.86 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,133.13 per fill, versus $817.26 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 15 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $96.72 per fill, versus $63.52 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
Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Cholestyramine, about 65% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $101.68 per fill, versus $79.04 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Crestor, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $650.59 per fill, versus $355.31 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 21% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $15.13 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 14 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $27.18 per fill, versus $32.70 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
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Dexlansoprazole Dr, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $220.50 per fill, versus $268.37 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $23.45 per fill, versus $32.05 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 61% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $25.73 per fill, versus $29.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.15 per fill, versus $6.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $21.42 per fill, versus $29.80 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 improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs/arms (intermittent claudication due to occlusive artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Pentoxifylline, about 39% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $36.77 per fill, versus $25.56 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Repatha Syringe, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $1,019.58 per fill, versus $799.08 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
This medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Sotalol, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $30.32 per fill, versus $22.71 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
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $17.42 per fill, versus $47.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 13 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 60% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $78.74 per fill, versus $95.69 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 a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $22.33 per fill, versus $21.77 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $33.44 per fill, versus $17.10 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 12 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $38.35 per fill, versus $30.77 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 combination medication 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Ezetimibe-Simvastatin, about 61% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $49.16 per fill, versus $74.04 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Flecainide Acetate, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $26.40 per fill, versus $41.39 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (such as acute cystitis or lower urinary tract infections) in women.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Fosfomycin Tromethamine, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $189.53 per fill, versus $155.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,075.97 per fill, versus $714.01 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 product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Amlodipine-Hctz, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $46.28 per fill, versus $92.04 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Gonzalez wrote 11 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.93 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.
Questions about Dr. Gonzalez’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Gonzalez prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Gonzalez's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (617), Escitalopram Oxalate (431) and Levothyroxine Sodium (390).
How does Dr. Gonzalez's prescribing compare with other Florida prescribers?
Of the 129 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Gonzalez prescribes 49 more often than the typical Florida prescriber, 27 about as often and 53 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Gonzalez 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 Florida 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.
