DR. ALAN JAMES ARTHUR M.D.
Prescription History 1780811521
Family Medicine in Kennewick, WA
What does Dr. Arthur prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Arthur wrote 5,222 Medicare prescriptions for 122 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 308 prescriptions for 92 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. Arthur prescribes.
Medications 122 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 Washington 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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 308 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (166). Medicare paid $8.61 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 301 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $6.33 per fill, versus $8.60 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 200 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (106). Medicare paid $5.73 per fill, versus $7.92 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 193 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $11.69 per fill, versus $10.71 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 172 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $8.20 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 153 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $11.48 per fill, versus $11.18 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 136 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $8.72 per fill, versus $16.56 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 135 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $26.11 per fill, versus $29.37 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 129 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $15.87 per fill, versus $14.75 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 118 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $19.80 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 116 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $5.23 per fill, versus $6.29 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 116 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 4.2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $13.32 per fill, versus $13.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 110 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $16.79 per fill, versus $14.43 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 101 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $16.96 per fill, versus $15.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 88 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $9.49 per fill, versus $10.77 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 71 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.21 per fill, versus $5.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 70 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $4.30 per fill, versus $12.60 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 69 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.52 per fill, versus $16.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 69 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $16.73 per fill, versus $19.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 62 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,253.95 per fill, versus $981.58 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 60 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,445.79 per fill, versus $1,270.49 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 55 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.50 per fill, versus $9.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 54 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.80 per fill, versus $11.19 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 53 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.72 per fill, versus $14.07 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 49 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $179.64 per fill, versus $136.88 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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 47 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $12.06 per fill, versus $14.19 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 47 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $10.06 per fill, versus $9.61 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 44 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.67 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 43 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.42 per fill, versus $18.06 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 treat anxiety.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 42 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $21.62 per fill, versus $17.37 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 42 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.05 per fill, versus $10.39 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 depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 42 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $19.51 per fill, versus $10.78 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 39 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 68% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.14 per fill, versus $5.34 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 39 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.23 per fill, versus $17.79 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 38 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.50 per fill, versus $13.96 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 37 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 73% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $19.51 per fill, versus $21.39 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 37 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,050.40 per fill, versus $1,264.12 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 35 prescriptions for Januvia, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $1,253.87 per fill, versus $972.52 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 depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 34 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $13.25 per fill, versus $17.72 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 34 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,141.83 per fill, versus $994.95 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 34 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 80% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $13.77 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 33 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 82% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.35 per fill, versus $22.63 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 33 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.47 per fill, versus $9.06 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 33 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $14.21 per fill, versus $18.29 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 32 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.70 per fill, versus $27.14 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 32 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 74% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $3.00 per fill, versus $8.03 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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 31 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $3.24 per fill, versus $4.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 31 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $22.03 per fill, versus $26.10 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 31 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $6.68 per fill, versus $11.25 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 28 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 64% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $12.99 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 28 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 63% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,283.34 per fill, versus $1,041.39 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 27 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $14.15 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 27 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $16.09 per fill, versus $11.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 26 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 62% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.82 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 26 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.11 per fill, versus $17.83 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 seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 26 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 79% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $144.55 per fill, versus $53.20 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 26 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.07 per fill, versus $8.40 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 25 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 77% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.52 per fill, versus $21.15 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 25 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $6.03 per fill, versus $10.02 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 25 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.18 per fill, versus $18.70 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 25 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 80% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $35.10 per fill, versus $9.90 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 24 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 74% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $4.19 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 24 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 63% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.99 per fill, versus $5.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 24 prescriptions for Shingrix, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $199.24 per fill, versus $203.29 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 23 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 62% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $4.20 per fill, versus $13.03 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 23 prescriptions for Naproxen, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $17.76 per fill, versus $14.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 23 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 65% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $40.31 per fill, versus $26.03 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 23 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 78% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.35 per fill, versus $24.61 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 22 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 62% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $17.90 per fill, versus $22.38 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 22 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $18.93 per fill, versus $18.75 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, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 22 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $22.67 per fill, versus $16.84 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 22 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.72 per fill, versus $9.91 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 21 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 75% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $39.24 per fill, versus $27.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 21 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.86 per fill, versus $25.07 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 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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 21 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 82% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $353.13 per fill, versus $316.30 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
Liraglutide is used either alone or with other medications, and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 21 prescriptions for Victoza 3-Pak, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $1,401.26 per fill, versus $1,069.58 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 20 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.24 per fill, versus $11.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 20 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $45.90 per fill, versus $48.17 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 20 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 71% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.77 per fill, versus $19.05 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 20 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 74% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $3.46 per fill, versus $11.20 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 19 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 69% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.48 per fill, versus $21.53 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 19 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $3.90 per fill, versus $7.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 18 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 83% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $24.25 per fill, versus $23.20 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 depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 18 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.77 per fill, versus $9.43 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 18 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 35% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $695.36 per fill, versus $853.58 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 mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 18 prescriptions for Ziprasidone Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $45.24 per fill, versus $68.00 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 17 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $33.39 per fill, versus $27.34 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 17 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.81 per fill, versus $11.67 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 17 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $595.46 per fill, versus $686.53 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
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 17 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $11.15 per fill, versus $15.69 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 17 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 78% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $1,005.79 per fill, versus $739.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 16 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $22.10 per fill, versus $14.57 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $3.38 per fill, versus $15.61 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 26% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $10.47 per fill, versus $20.62 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 in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 16 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 70% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $13.67 per fill, versus $34.50 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 treat depression.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 15 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $25.09 per fill, versus $27.11 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 15 prescriptions for Lantus, about 72% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $156.19 per fill, versus $133.99 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 15 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.70 per fill, versus $10.03 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 15 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 32% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $26.59 per fill, versus $23.35 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 15 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about 73% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $38.58 per fill, versus $38.24 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 15 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 72% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $8.71 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 15 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.49 per fill, versus $13.97 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 63% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $6.10 per fill, versus $15.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.24 per fill, versus $15.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about 65% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $258.15 per fill, versus $314.71 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
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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 36% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.98 per fill, versus $13.50 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 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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $157.45 per fill, versus $156.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 62% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $58.74 per fill, versus $100.53 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 60% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $40.58 per fill, versus $17.93 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate Er, about 67% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $124.76 per fill, versus $56.52 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 14 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 70% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $31.65 per fill, versus $37.88 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
Atomoxetine is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 12 prescriptions for Atomoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $80.63 per fill, versus $81.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $4.19 per fill, versus $12.85 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 12 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $10.56 per fill, versus $76.60 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 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 Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 11 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 36% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $490.23 per fill, versus $567.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 11 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 41% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.59 per fill, versus $7.46 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 11 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $63.90 per fill, versus $59.89 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 11 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $46.25 per fill, versus $40.33 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 22% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.83 per fill, versus $14.22 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 11 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.65 per fill, versus $20.58 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 11 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $18.31 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Washington prescribers
Dr. Arthur wrote 11 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Washington prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $2.13 per fill, versus $9.54 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. Arthur’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Arthur prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Arthur's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (308), Lisinopril (301) and Amlodipine Besylate (200).
How does Dr. Arthur's prescribing compare with other Washington prescribers?
Of the 122 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Arthur prescribes 34 more often than the typical Washington prescriber, 24 about as often and 64 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Arthur 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 Washington 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.
