DR. STEPHEN RICHARD GRIFFITH M.D.
Prescription History 1790773679
Otolaryngology in West Des Moines, IA


Quality Rating: 97.58 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since October 13, 2005

Contact Information

105 VALLEY WEST DR
SUITE 100
WEST DES MOINES, IA
ZIP 50265
Phone: (515) 223-4368
Fax: (515) 453-2368

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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 DR. STEPHEN RICHARD GRIFFITH M.D., an active Otolaryngology specialist practicing in West Des Moines, IA. Our medical registry currently tracks 10 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 419 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Omeprazole, which accounts for 142 claims alone.


Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 233
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.5
Peer Average Days Supply210
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $211.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.64

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 fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. 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.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 149
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.1
Peer Average Days Supply396
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $115.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.80

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.

Fluticasone Propionate

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone PropionateSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 43
30-Day Fills 51.0
Days Supply 1,530
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,968
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $634.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.42

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 STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 116
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims62.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,102
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $247.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.05

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 relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Ipratropium Bromide

Generic Formulation: Ipratropium BromideSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 21.5
Days Supply 498
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,125
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,150.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$63.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.38

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 muscarinic antagonist structurally related to ATROPINE but often considered safer and more effective for inhalation use. It is used for various bronchial disorders, in rhinitis, and as an antiarrhythmic.

Therapeutic Applications

Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. For preventing symptoms of lung disease, this medication must be used regularly to be effective. Use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) for wheezing or sudden shortness of breath unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Ipratropium does not work as fast as your quick-relief inhaler, but may sometimes be used to relieve symptoms of wheezing or sudden shortness of breath if so prescribed by your doctor.

Mometasone Furoate

Generic Formulation: Mometasone FuroateSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 292
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.7
Peer Average Days Supply795
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $231.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.30

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 pregnadienediol derivative ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT and ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENT that is used in the management of ASTHMA and ALLERGIC RHINITIS. It is also used as a topical treatment for skin disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

Mometasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. Mometasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 142
30-Day Fills 163.1
Days Supply 4,870
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims126.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills268.5
Peer Average Days Supply7,945
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,141.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.52

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 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 65
30-Day Fills 92.8
Days Supply 2,765
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills158.8
Peer Average Days Supply4,669
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $872.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.60

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

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 608
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.3
Peer Average Days Supply923
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $218.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.62

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.

Tobramycin-Dexamethasone

Generic Formulation: Tobramycin/DexamethasoneSpecialty: Otolaryngology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 183
IA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.3
Peer Average Days Supply298
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside IA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $958.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$73.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$93.03

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 preparation of tobramycin and dexamethasone that is used for treating or preventing superficial bacterial infections of the eye.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat or prevent eye infections. This medication contains two drugs. Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Dexamethasone belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

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 DR. STEPHEN RICHARD GRIFFITH M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within West Des Moines, IA.

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 **Otolaryngology** 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.