DR. CHRISTY BOLING TURER M.D.
Prescription History 1780857607
Internal Medicine in Dallas, TX
What does Dr. Turer prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Turer wrote 2,696 Medicare prescriptions for 59 medications. The most prescribed was Rosuvastatin Calcium, with 218 prescriptions for 73 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. Turer prescribes.
Medications 59 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Texas prescribers.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 218 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $15.25 per fill, versus $13.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 180 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $8.68 per fill, versus $9.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 124 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $18.42 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 111 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $1,257.53 per fill, versus $1,267.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 110 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $9.66 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 108 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (180). Medicare paid $11.33 per fill, versus $9.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 105 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 2 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $885.14 per fill, versus $1,092.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 97 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 73% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $6.78 per fill, versus $6.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 95 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $10.83 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 78 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $5.59 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 73 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $19.72 per fill, versus $13.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 72 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $10.58 per fill, versus $11.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 65 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $17.39 per fill, versus $18.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 65 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $10.99 per fill, versus $9.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 61 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $13.47 per fill, versus $9.68 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 58 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 87% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,339.62 per fill, versus $1,293.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 55 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $12.72 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 51 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $8.81 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, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 46 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 89% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $13.35 per fill, versus $10.58 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 45 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 72% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $20.41 per fill, versus $19.18 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 43 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $8.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 40 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $23.22 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 38 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $868.85 per fill, versus $870.72 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 38 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $10.81 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 38 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 61% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $5.53 per fill, versus $8.39 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 37 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $40.39 per fill, versus $24.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 36 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $15.15 per fill, versus $10.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 35 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 36% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $16.08 per fill, versus $15.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 35 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 35% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $17.01 per fill, versus $14.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 34 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $117.01 per fill, versus $23.89 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 29 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1,470.64 per fill, versus $1,541.63 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 25 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $10.57 per fill, versus $7.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 24 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 63% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $20.79 per fill, versus $14.03 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 24 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 67% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.85 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
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 23 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $2.83 per fill, versus $5.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 23 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $79.29 per fill, versus $54.40 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 medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 23 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 79% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.71 per fill, versus $17.68 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 20 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $10.08 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 19 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $107.86 per fill, versus $23.99 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 certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 19 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $743.75 per fill, versus $682.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 18 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about 82% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $348.29 per fill, versus $426.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 18 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $23.96 per fill, versus $14.51 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 18 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 77% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $46.12 per fill, versus $35.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 17 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $35.93 per fill, versus $48.80 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 16 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 28% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $47.08 per fill, versus $28.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 16 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.84 per fill, versus $9.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 15 prescriptions for Eplerenone, about 64% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $66.19 per fill, versus $79.41 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 15 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $34.36 per fill, versus $47.27 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 15 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.57 per fill, versus $13.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 15 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $63.48 per fill, versus $68.20 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 14 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 30% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,048.74 per fill, versus $985.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 14 prescriptions for Lactulose, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.23 per fill, versus $27.16 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 13 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 24% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $11.21 per fill, versus $13.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 13 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.14 per fill, versus $15.40 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 13 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 38% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,796.26 per fill, versus $1,393.87 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 a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 12 prescriptions for Synjardy Xr, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $540.46 per fill, versus $1,089.13 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
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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 12 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 27% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $774.78 per fill, versus $943.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 11 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.52 per fill, versus $7.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Texas prescribers
Dr. Turer wrote 11 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical Texas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $198.92 per fill, versus $317.85 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. Turer’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Turer prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Turer's most prescribed medications were Rosuvastatin Calcium (218), Losartan Potassium (180) and Spironolactone (124).
How does Dr. Turer's prescribing compare with other Texas prescribers?
Of the 59 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Turer prescribes 8 more often than the typical Texas prescriber, 13 about as often and 38 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Turer prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Texas prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
