PAULA L HENSLEY MD
Prescription History 1811903487
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Albuquerque, NM
What does Dr. Hensley prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Hensley wrote 428 Medicare prescriptions for 17 medications. The most prescribed was Clonazepam, with 63 prescriptions.
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. Hensley prescribes.
Medications 17 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 New Mexico prescribers.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 63 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $7.43 per fill, versus $9.30 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 52 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.67 per fill, versus $7.44 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 New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 33 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $28.40 per fill, versus $26.01 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 31 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 34% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $18.53 per fill, versus $15.90 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
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 31 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $56.39 per fill, versus $23.10 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 30 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $15.02 per fill, versus $10.02 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 30 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $18.79 per fill, versus $22.65 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 26 prescriptions for Vraylar, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $1,950.19 per fill, versus $1,500.71 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 to treat depression.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 24 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 63% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $16.19 per fill, versus $19.73 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 schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 16 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 37% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $8.71 per fill, versus $21.13 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
Atomoxetine is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 15 prescriptions for Atomoxetine Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $115.30 per fill, versus $82.65 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 15 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.97 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 15 prescriptions for Clozapine, about 33% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $49.84 per fill, versus $62.53 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 12 prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $438.54 per fill, versus $199.71 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 to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 12 prescriptions for Methylphenidate Er, about 76% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $31.53 per fill, versus $67.84 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
This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 12 prescriptions for Methylphenidate Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $10.51 per fill, versus $23.74 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 New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Hensley wrote 11 prescriptions for Temazepam, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.67 per fill, versus $12.02 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. Hensley’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Hensley prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Hensley's most prescribed medications were Clonazepam (63), Lorazepam (52) and Bupropion Xl (33).
How does Dr. Hensley's prescribing compare with other New Mexico prescribers?
Of the 17 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Hensley prescribes 2 more often than the typical New Mexico prescriber, 6 about as often and 9 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Hensley 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 New Mexico 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.
