FERNANDO E. KAFIE MD
Prescription History 1790760478
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Pensacola, FL


Quality Rating: 75 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since December 14, 2005

Contact Information

5147 N 9TH AVE STE G21
PENSACOLA, FL
ZIP 32504
Phone: (850) 969-1491
Fax: (850) 969-1443

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for FERNANDO E. KAFIE MD, an active Vascular Surgery specialist practicing in Pensacola, FL. Our medical registry currently tracks 13 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 918 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Clopidogrel, which accounts for 292 claims alone.


Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims192.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills499.7
Peer Average Days Supply14,919
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 93.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $122.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.76

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Brilinta

Generic Formulation: TicagrelorSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,226
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,354.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$486.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$686.54

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An adenosine triphosphate analogue and reversible P2Y12 PURINORECEPTOR antagonist that inhibits ADP-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used for the prevention of THROMBOEMBOLISM by patients with ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME or a history of MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA). It may also prevent blood clots after certain heart surgeries (such as stent placement). Ticagrelor works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It keeps blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 57
30-Day Fills 57.0
Days Supply 62
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.4
Peer Average Days Supply301
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 78.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $77.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.60

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 292
30-Day Fills 790.6
Days Supply 23,709
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills155.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,631
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 356.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,164.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.02

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.

Therapeutic Applications

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). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Diazepam

Generic Formulation: DiazepamSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 79
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.2
Peer Average Days Supply902
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $37.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.30

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.4
Days Supply 446
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.7
Peer Average Days Supply492
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,057.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.49

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 170
30-Day Fills 269.9
Days Supply 8,051
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills130.4
Peer Average Days Supply3,717
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 115.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $156,247.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$919.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$852.21

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 417
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,008
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 43.9% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $275.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.27

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Therapeutic Applications

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Lidocaine-Prilocaine

Generic Formulation: Lidocaine/PrilocaineSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,011
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.3
Peer Average Days Supply642
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 60.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,012.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.50

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A topical local anesthetic preparation that is composed of a mixture of lidocaine and prilocaine. It is used to provide anesthesia during minor surgery and for the treatment of PREMATURE EJACULATION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication contains 2 amide-type local anesthetics, lidocaine and prilocaine. It is used on normal, unbroken skin or on the outer genital area to prevent pain before certain procedures such as inserting a needle, skin grafts, or skin laser surgery. It works by temporarily numbing the skin and surrounding area. Do not use this product in the ears. If this product alone cannot completely numb the area being treated, it may be used to numb the area before a lidocaine injection is given to provide enough pain relief for certain procedures (such as removal of genital warts).

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 218
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.6
Peer Average Days Supply761
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $107.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.02

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 132
30-Day Fills 132.0
Days Supply 632
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,312
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 30.7% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,055.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.99

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 13
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,197
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $18.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.71

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Xarelto

Generic Formulation: RivaroxabanSpecialty: Vascular Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 60
30-Day Fills 127.8
Days Supply 3,810
FL State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills82.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,380
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 30.4% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for FL. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $71,291.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,188.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$917.55

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like FERNANDO E. KAFIE MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Pensacola, FL.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Vascular Surgery** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.