CLARE SANDRA BUCKINGHAM M.D.
Prescription History 1811259310
Emergency Medicine in Los Angeles, CA
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CLARE SANDRA BUCKINGHAM M.D., an active Emergency Medicine specialist practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 340 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Prednisone, which accounts for 57 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Claims | 30-Day Fills | Days Supply | Cost / Claim | Utilization vs CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 57 | 57.0 | 289 | $1.77▼ below CA avg | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 57.0 30-Day Fills 289 Days Supply About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. | |||||
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 47 | 47.0 | 121 | $2.43▼ below CA avg | ▼ Below Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 47.0 30-Day Fills 121 Days Supply About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. | |||||
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate PotassAmoxicillin/Potassium Clav | 30 | 30.0 | 263 | $17.55 | ▲ Above Avg. Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 30.0 30-Day Fills 263 Days Supply About Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass: Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate. | |||||
| Levofloxacin | 30 | 30.0 | 227 | $5.15▼ below CA avg | ≈ Typical Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 30.0 30-Day Fills 227 Days Supply About Levofloxacin: This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ Levofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Levofloxacin injection is used if you cannot take the medication by mouth. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. The L-isomer of Ofloxacin. | |||||
| Cephalexin | 29 | 29.0 | 225 | $6.74▼ below CA avg | ≈ Typical Top Prescribed |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 29.0 30-Day Fills 225 Days Supply About Cephalexin: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. | |||||
| Ondansetron Hcl | 22 | 22.0 | 261 | $19.04 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22.0 30-Day Fills 261 Days Supply About Ondansetron Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. | |||||
| Azithromycin | 21 | 21.0 | 105 | $10.94 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 21.0 30-Day Fills 105 Days Supply About Azithromycin: This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. Show more ▾ It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis. | |||||
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 19 | 19.0 | 144 | $10.39 | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average Gross Part D cost per claim; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 19.0 30-Day Fills 144 Days Supply About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾ Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline. | |||||
| Gabapentin | 17 | 17.0 | 125 | $2.77▼ below CA avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 17.0 30-Day Fills 125 Days Supply About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. | |||||
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 15 | 15.0 | 95 | $2.77▼ below CA avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 15.0 30-Day Fills 95 Days Supply About Cyclobenzaprine Hcl: Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. | |||||
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 14 | 14.0 | 104 | $9.99▼ below CA avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 14.0 30-Day Fills 104 Days Supply | |||||
| Metronidazole | 14 | 14.0 | 103 | $7.79▼ below CA avg | ≈ Typical |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 14.0 30-Day Fills 103 Days Supply About Metronidazole: This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. Show more ▾ It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section). A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS. | |||||
| Paxlovid (Eua)Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir | 13 | 13.0 | 65 | $10.92▼ below CA avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 13.0 30-Day Fills 65 Days Supply About Paxlovid (Eua): The combination of nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets is a product that the FDA is allowing to be given for emergency use to treat COVID-19. Show more ▾ The product is also approved to be used in Canada to treat COVID-19. It is used by people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus, have had mild to moderate symptoms for no more than 5 days and are not hospitalized. To receive this product you must also be at high risk for COVID-19 complications due to older age, obesity, or ongoing medical conditions (such as lung or heart disease or diabetes, among others). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment with nirmatrelvir and ritonavir. Nirmatrelvir is a SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitor. It works by preventing the growth of the virus that causes COVID-19. Ritonavir increases (boosts) the levels of nirmatrelvir. This helps nirmatrelvir work better. More information about nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is available from the FDA Fact Sheet for Patients, Parents, and Caregivers for Emergency Use and from the Health Canada Patient Medication Information sheet. There is limited information about how safe and effective the combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is for treating COVID-19. Study results show that nirmatrelvir and ritonavir may help people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus stay out of the hospital. This product is not for use by people who are hospitalized due to COVID-19. The information in this document reflects emerging data, which is evolving and subject to reassessment. Users should be aware of these considerations in their review of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, and it is always the responsibility of treating practitioners to exercise independent judgement in making care decisions. | |||||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 12 | 12.0 | 171 | $21.05▼ below CA avg | ▼ Below Avg. |
Utilization: claims vs the average CA prescriber Averages are among CA prescribers of this medication. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. Cost per claim: this provider vs the CA average This provider's average cost per claim is below the CA average for this medication. 12.0 30-Day Fills 171 Days Supply About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. | |||||
About this data. The prescription history for CLARE SANDRA BUCKINGHAM M.D. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Emergency Medicine prescribing approach at this Los Angeles, CA practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among CA prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.