ARTURO MIRO MD
Prescription History 1790741221
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Carolina, PR
What does Dr. Miro prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Miro wrote 11,976 Medicare prescriptions for 48 medications. The most prescribed was Clonazepam, with 2,044 prescriptions for 441 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. Miro prescribes.
Medications 48 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 Puerto Rico prescribers.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 2,044 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 8.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (250). Medicare paid $6.22 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 1,842 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 17 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (106). Medicare paid $11.61 per fill, versus $12.00 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 a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 1,213 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 7.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (168). Medicare paid $12.51 per fill, versus $9.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 949 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 6.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (144). Medicare paid $9.14 per fill, versus $8.10 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 693 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $7.06 per fill, versus $7.04 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 depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 628 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 5.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $16.39 per fill, versus $22.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 526 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $8.38 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 519 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $6.72 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 355 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $10.94 per fill, versus $9.24 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 341 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $7.74 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 286 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $5.52 per fill, versus $8.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 254 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $11.56 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 238 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $8.47 per fill, versus $7.63 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 a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 223 prescriptions for Estazolam, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $62.81 per fill, versus $57.66 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 201 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $5.87 per fill, versus $7.48 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 189 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $8.18 per fill, versus $8.63 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 depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 168 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $5.01 per fill, versus $5.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 154 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $14.28 per fill, versus $14.45 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 144 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $8.40 per fill, versus $9.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 110 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $9.79 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 109 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $9.03 per fill, versus $8.50 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 98 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $24.02 per fill, versus $21.76 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 68 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 90% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $17.24 per fill, versus $12.35 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 64 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $20.40 per fill, versus $28.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 47 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $15.58 per fill, versus $20.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 47 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.09 per fill, versus $11.97 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 sleeplessness (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 41 prescriptions for Ramelteon, about 69% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $72.45 per fill, versus $74.79 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 35 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 67% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $10.10 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 seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 35 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 79% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $19.92 per fill, versus $34.99 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 mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 34 prescriptions for Ziprasidone Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $26.12 per fill, versus $34.34 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 to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 29 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $10.61 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 28 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.08 per fill, versus $10.57 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 manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 25 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.62 per fill, versus $11.27 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 23 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 9% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (262). Medicare paid $10.63 per fill, versus $9.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 23 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate Er, about 69% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $19.45 per fill, versus $21.13 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
Clorazepate is used to treat anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 22 prescriptions for Clorazepate Dipotassium, about 63% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $163.88 per fill, versus $93.38 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 22 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.79 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 20 prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $60.64 per fill, versus $119.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 16 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.37 per fill, versus $12.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 16 prescriptions for Paroxetine Cr, about 61% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $58.08 per fill, versus $66.62 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 15 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.61 per fill, versus $9.17 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, manic phase of bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 13 prescriptions for Perphenazine, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $33.80 per fill, versus $33.43 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 12 prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about 20% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $45.32 per fill, versus $48.48 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 12 prescriptions for Haloperidol, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $23.92 per fill, versus $33.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 12 prescriptions for Invega Sustenna, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $2,317.84 per fill, versus $2,699.38 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 11 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $5.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 11 prescriptions for Haloperidol Decanoate, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $44.79 per fill, versus $32.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Miro wrote 11 prescriptions for Paroxetine Er, about 36% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $23.06 per fill, versus $56.22 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. Miro’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Miro prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Miro's most prescribed medications were Clonazepam (2,044), Venlafaxine Hcl Er (1,842) and Temazepam (1,213).
How does Dr. Miro's prescribing compare with other Puerto Rico prescribers?
Of the 48 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Miro prescribes 21 more often than the typical Puerto Rico prescriber, 6 about as often and 21 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Miro 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 Puerto Rico 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.
