SANJEEV SHAH MD
Prescription History 1801012539
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Concord, NC


Quality Rating: 95.35 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since April 18, 2007

Contact Information

100 MEDICAL PARK DR
STE 210
CONCORD, NC
ZIP 28025
Phone: (704) 403-6100

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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 SANJEEV SHAH MD, an active Cardiovascular Disease specialist practicing in Concord, NC. Our medical registry currently tracks 35 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,351 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Metoprolol Succinate, which accounts for 297 claims alone.


Amiodarone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amiodarone HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 52.0
Days Supply 1,560
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,219
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $177.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.48

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 medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Amiodarone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 82
30-Day Fills 234.0
Days Supply 6,996
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims146.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills342.9
Peer Average Days Supply10,189
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $629.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.68

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.33

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 long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Atenolol

Generic Formulation: AtenololSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,110
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills92.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,741
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $94.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.99

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.

Clinical Summary

A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect.

Therapeutic Applications

Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 100
30-Day Fills 266.0
Days Supply 7,967
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims170.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills410.4
Peer Average Days Supply12,193
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,542.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.92

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.

Bumetanide

Generic Formulation: BumetanideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,337
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $301.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$56.41

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 sulfamyl diuretic.

Therapeutic Applications

Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. Bumetanide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 166
30-Day Fills 402.0
Days Supply 12,060
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills140.2
Peer Average Days Supply4,144
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 159.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,580.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.30

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 carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers.

Chlorthalidone

Generic Formulation: ChlorthalidoneSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 94.0
Days Supply 2,820
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,957
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $890.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.03

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 benzenesulfonamide-phthalimidine that tautomerizes to a BENZOPHENONES form. It is considered a thiazide-like diuretic.

Therapeutic Applications

Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to reduce extra salt and water in the body caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Decreasing extra salt and water in the body helps to decrease swelling (edema) and breathing problems caused by fluid in the lungs. Chlorthalidone is a water pill (diuretic). It increases the amount of urine you make, especially when you first start the medication. It also helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Clonidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clonidine HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 54.5
Days Supply 1,590
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,540
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $167.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.99

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 medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Clopidogrel

Generic Formulation: Clopidogrel BisulfateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 115.0
Days Supply 3,450
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills125.8
Peer Average Days Supply3,717
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $652.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.68

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.

Dabigatran Etexilate

Generic Formulation: Dabigatran Etexilate MesylateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$271.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

--

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 THROMBIN inhibitor which acts by binding and blocking thrombogenic activity and the prevention of thrombus formation. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and systemic EMBOLISM in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.

Therapeutic Applications

Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation). Dabigatran is also used to treat blood clots in the veins of your legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism) and to reduce the risk of them occurring again. This medication may also be used to prevent these blood clots from forming after hip replacement surgery. Dabigatran is an anticoagulant that works by blocking a certain substance (a clotting protein called thrombin) in your blood. This helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. Dabigatran should not be used to prevent blood clots from forming after artificial heart valve replacement. If you have had heart valve surgery, talk to your doctor about the best medication for you. Do not stop taking any medication, including dabigatran, without talking to your doctor first.

Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)

Generic Formulation: Diltiazem HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 71
30-Day Fills 176.4
Days Supply 5,245
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills84.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,492
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 86.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,024.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.00

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

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 274
30-Day Fills 440.7
Days Supply 13,143
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims84.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills126.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,570
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 226.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $258,703.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$944.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$781.62

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.

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.

Entresto

Generic Formulation: Sacubitril/ValsartanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 99
30-Day Fills 145.0
Days Supply 4,315
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills77.1
Peer Average Days Supply2,248
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 90.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $101,302.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,023.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$935.96

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 product is used to treat certain types of heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. This product contains 2 medications: sacubitril and valsartan. Sacubitril belongs to a class of drugs called neprilysin inhibitors and valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). They work by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily, which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood to your body.

Ezetimibe

Generic Formulation: EzetimibeSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 82.0
Days Supply 2,460
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,100
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $935.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$43.96

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 azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks.

Farxiga

Generic Formulation: Dapagliflozin PropanediolSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 32.7
Days Supply 966
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills54.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,621
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $19,580.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,223.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$917.32

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

Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Dapagliflozin is also used to treat kidney disease and heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Flecainide Acetate

Generic Formulation: Flecainide AcetateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 64
30-Day Fills 171.7
Days Supply 5,150
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,016
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 36.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,490.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$54.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.92

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 potent anti-arrhythmia agent, effective in a wide range of ventricular and atrial ARRHYTHMIAS and TACHYCARDIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. It is also used to prevent certain types of irregular heartbeat from returning (such as atrial fibrillation). Flecainide is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk for blood clots, and this effect can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke. Older adults should discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with their doctor or pharmacist, as well as other effective and possibly safer treatments.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 126
30-Day Fills 291.0
Days Supply 8,655
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims84.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills161.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,660
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 50.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $561.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.11

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 benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Hydralazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydralazine HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 70
30-Day Fills 180.7
Days Supply 5,420
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,225
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 75.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,039.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.92

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

Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily.

Isosorbide Dinitrate

Generic Formulation: Isosorbide DinitrateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,260
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.9
Peer Average Days Supply866
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,757.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$125.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$83.96

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 vasodilator used in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS. Its actions are similar to NITROGLYCERIN but with a slower onset of action.

Therapeutic Applications

Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. It is also not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise, sexual activity) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be needed in these situations. Consult your doctor for more details.

Isosorbide Mononitrate Er

Generic Formulation: Isosorbide MononitrateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 171
30-Day Fills 478.7
Days Supply 14,270
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills97.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,866
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 271.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,945.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.44

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

Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details.

Jardiance

Generic Formulation: EmpagliflozinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 30
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 941
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills72.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,144
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $20,133.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$671.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$988.36

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

Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 82.0
Days Supply 2,460
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims111.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills266.7
Peer Average Days Supply7,931
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $214.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.03

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

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,620
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims102.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills249.3
Peer Average Days Supply7,435
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $269.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.52

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

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 297
30-Day Fills 770.0
Days Supply 23,045
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims103.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills240.5
Peer Average Days Supply7,150
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 188.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,326.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.79

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 123.0
Days Supply 3,661
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims68.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills146.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,302
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $324.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.06

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Nitroglycerin

Generic Formulation: NitroglycerinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 617
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.9
Peer Average Days Supply742
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 25.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $584.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.37

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 volatile vasodilator which relieves ANGINA PECTORIS by stimulating GUANYLATE CYCLASE and lowering cytosolic calcium. It is also sometimes used for TOCOLYSIS and explosives.

Therapeutic Applications

Nitroglycerin ointment is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in people with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. Angina occurs when the heart muscle is not getting enough blood. This drug works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. It is also not intended to be used just before physical activities (such as exercise, sexual activity) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be needed in these situations. Consult your doctor for more details.

Potassium Chloride

Generic Formulation: Potassium ChlorideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 1,746
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims67.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills125.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,624
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $753.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.08

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 white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics.

Praluent Pen

Generic Formulation: AlirocumabSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 49.2
Days Supply 1,440
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,217
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $25,928.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$785.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$766.91

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

Alirocumab is used by people who have blockage in the heart blood vessels to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of chest pain that require treatment in a hospital. It is also used by people who have an inherited condition that causes high levels of LDL. Treatment with alirocumab, a proper diet, and cholesterol-lowering drugs can help lower bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood. Alirocumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by improving how well your body gets rid of LDL cholesterol. 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.

Pravastatin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pravastatin SodiumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 50.0
Days Supply 1,500
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims66.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills163.1
Peer Average Days Supply4,830
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $306.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.33

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 antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES).

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Repatha Sureclick

Generic Formulation: EvolocumabSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 18.7
Days Supply 532
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,618
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,189.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$540.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$757.23

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

Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood. It may be used with other LDL-lowering treatments (such as statin drugs, ezetimibe, LDL apheresis). Evolocumab is also used by people who have heart disease to help prevent heart attacks and strokes. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by improving how well your body gets rid of LDL cholesterol. 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.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 51
30-Day Fills 142.7
Days Supply 4,280
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims102.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills255.9
Peer Average Days Supply7,647
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $550.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.73

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 HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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 to 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. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 190
30-Day Fills 452.0
Days Supply 13,515
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills96.3
Peer Average Days Supply2,859
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 331.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,517.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.83

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 potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic).

Torsemide

Generic Formulation: TorsemideSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 78
30-Day Fills 153.5
Days Supply 4,570
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,879
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 116.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,379.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.34

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 pyridine and sulfonamide derivative that acts as a sodium-potassium chloride symporter inhibitor (loop diuretic). It is used for the treatment of EDEMA associated with CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE; CHRONIC RENAL INSUFFICIENCY; and LIVER DISEASES. It is also used for the management of HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Torsemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Verapamil Sr

Generic Formulation: Verapamil HclSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.9
Peer Average Days Supply649
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,319.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$101.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$108.08

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

Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Verapamil belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Verapamil may also lower your heart rate.

Xarelto

Generic Formulation: RivaroxabanSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 1,410
NC State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,039
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 46.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NC. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $27,533.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,197.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$850.84

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 SANJEEV SHAH MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Concord, NC.

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 **Cardiovascular Disease** 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.