JUAN VARGAS MD
Prescription History 1801955430
Family Medicine in Panorama City, CA
What does Dr. Vargas prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Vargas wrote 7,511 Medicare prescriptions for 102 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 967 prescriptions for 373 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Vargas prescribes.
Medications 102 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other California prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 967 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 4.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $11.68 per fill, versus $10.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 408 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 4.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $12.57 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 402 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $12.06 per fill, versus $7.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 339 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $12.92 per fill, versus $10.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 331 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $12.28 per fill, versus $8.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 249 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $19.51 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 229 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 4.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $12.82 per fill, versus $10.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 186 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 3.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $13.86 per fill, versus $9.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 169 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $11.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 163 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $11.30 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 152 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $10.45 per fill, versus $7.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 149 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 2.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $566.44 per fill, versus $933.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 126 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $11.72 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 126 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $16.23 per fill, versus $15.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 123 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 2.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.54 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 122 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $20.91 per fill, versus $21.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 120 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 3.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $40.95 per fill, versus $37.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 119 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $10.55 per fill, versus $13.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 115 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.62 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 112 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.45 per fill, versus $10.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 103 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $9.65 per fill, versus $9.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 101 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.80 per fill, versus $9.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 100 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $9.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 97 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $17.04 per fill, versus $15.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 92 prescriptions for Humulin N, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $159.79 per fill, versus $167.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 85 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.73 per fill, versus $19.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 84 prescriptions for Pradaxa, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $178.05 per fill, versus $256.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 80 prescriptions for Humulin N Kwikpen, about 2.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $203.48 per fill, versus $176.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 73 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $19.18 per fill, versus $66.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 72 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $17.49 per fill, versus $28.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 69 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $12.51 per fill, versus $6.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 69 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $740.25 per fill, versus $1,102.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 63 prescriptions for Arexvy, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $147.00 per fill, versus $269.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 59 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.17 per fill, versus $13.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 56 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $6.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 52 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.46 per fill, versus $12.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 51 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $30.59 per fill, versus $24.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 50 prescriptions for Veo Insulin Syringe, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $20.29 per fill, versus $23.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 49 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.45 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 47 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.45 per fill, versus $5.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 44 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $20.09 per fill, versus $14.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 43 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $14.87 per fill, versus $13.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 43 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 85% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.81 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 40 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.37 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 39 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $18.46 per fill, versus $12.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 36 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.64 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 34 prescriptions for Humulin R, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $101.54 per fill, versus $106.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 32 prescriptions for Temazepam, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.98 per fill, versus $13.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 31 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $19.02 per fill, versus $15.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 31 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $112.42 per fill, versus $113.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 31 prescriptions for Veo Insulin Syringe, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $25.31 per fill, versus $24.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 30 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $8.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 29 prescriptions for Adacel Tdap, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $51.00 per fill, versus $52.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 29 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $23.42 per fill, versus $26.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 28 prescriptions for Lactulose, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $25.55 per fill, versus $52.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 28 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $11.72 per fill, versus $9.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 27 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $17.76 per fill, versus $24.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 27 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.24 per fill, versus $14.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 27 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 81% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.17 per fill, versus $15.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 26 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.06 per fill, versus $8.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 24 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.45 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.29 per fill, versus $20.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 23 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 23 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.35 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $15.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $43.50 per fill, versus $56.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.01 per fill, versus $9.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.95 per fill, versus $13.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 21 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.00 per fill, versus $6.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 20 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.39 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 20 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,409.99 per fill, versus $923.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 19 prescriptions for Etodolac, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $25.50 per fill, versus $29.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 19 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.91 per fill, versus $11.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 18 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $11.41 per fill, versus $26.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 18 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 21% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $11.80 per fill, versus $14.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.89 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Humalog, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $221.85 per fill, versus $194.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 34% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $15.45 per fill, versus $29.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $419.48 per fill, versus $597.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $211.52 per fill, versus $186.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ciclesonide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 16 prescriptions for Alvesco, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $165.73 per fill, versus $143.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.50 per fill, versus $11.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 16 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.48 per fill, versus $24.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 15 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $9.09 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 15 prescriptions for Fluocinonide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $16.68 per fill, versus $39.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.65 per fill, versus $18.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.51 per fill, versus $11.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $16.80 per fill, versus $12.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $12.98 per fill, versus $29.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $11.19 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Primidone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $9.86 per fill, versus $24.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sevelamer is used to lower high blood phosphorus (phosphate) levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Sevelamer Carbonate, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $74.40 per fill, versus $246.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $21.77 per fill, versus $17.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.76 per fill, versus $7.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.59 per fill, versus $13.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat scalp psoriasis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluocinolone Acetonide, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $27.47 per fill, versus $41.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nadolol is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 12 prescriptions for Nadolol, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $35.47 per fill, versus $48.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 12 prescriptions for Ursodiol, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $55.27 per fill, versus $145.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.42 per fill, versus $4.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $10.70 per fill, versus $45.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.77 per fill, versus $14.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $948.99 per fill, versus $724.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Vargas’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Vargas prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Vargas's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (967), Metformin Hcl (408) and Amlodipine Besylate (402).
How does Dr. Vargas's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 102 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Vargas prescribes 34 more often than the typical California prescriber, 26 about as often and 42 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Vargas prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the California prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
