PASCALE C STEPHANI FNP
Prescription History 1811935430
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Berlin, VT
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for PASCALE C STEPHANI FNP, an active Family specialist practicing in Berlin, VT. Our medical registry currently tracks 74 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,143 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, which accounts for 107 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 | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other VT PrescribersVs. VT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen | 107 | $51.83 | ▲ More than typical |
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. In 2023, this provider wrote 107 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 2.9 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $51.83 per fill, versus $29.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 107.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,874 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 105 | $18.10 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Atorvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 105 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 70% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (151). Medicare paid an average of $18.10 per fill, versus $13.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 238.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,068 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omeprazole | 95 | $24.98 | ≈ Typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 95 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (95). Medicare paid an average of $24.98 per fill, versus $17.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 246.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,378 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Losartan Potassium | 94 | $15.14 | ≈ Typical |
About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ 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. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. In 2023, this provider wrote 94 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (87). Medicare paid an average of $15.14 per fill, versus $12.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 225.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,699 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lisinopril | 85 | $9.17 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ 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. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2023, this provider wrote 85 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 75% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (114). Medicare paid an average of $9.17 per fill, versus $7.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 219 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,544 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 63 | $25.02 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Levothyroxine Sodium: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 63 Medicare prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 61% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (104). Medicare paid an average of $25.02 per fill, versus $19.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 186.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,562 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoprolol Succinate | 60 | $31.81 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾ 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. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 60 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 69% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (87). Medicare paid an average of $31.81 per fill, versus $22.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 158 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,736 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metformin Hcl | 58 | $11.92 | ≈ Typical |
About Metformin Hcl: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients 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. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 58 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (62). Medicare paid an average of $11.92 per fill, versus $9.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 144.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,309 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| OzempicSemaglutide | 58 | $1,455.64 | ▲ More than typical |
About Ozempic: Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 58 Medicare prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $1,455.64 per fill, versus $1,388.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 92.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,701 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 55 | $28.74 | ≈ Typical |
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2023, this provider wrote 55 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $28.74 per fill, versus $19.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 145.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,354 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gabapentin | 49 | $63.32 | ▼ Less than typical |
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. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 70% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (70). Medicare paid an average of $63.32 per fill, versus $25.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 123 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxycodone Hcl | 49 | $13.42▼ below VT avg | ≈ Typical |
About Oxycodone Hcl: This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (40). Medicare paid an average of $13.42 per fill, versus $25.19 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 49 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,355 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Simvastatin | 48 | $18.72 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Simvastatin: 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. Show more ▾ 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. A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL. In 2023, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 70% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (69). Medicare paid an average of $18.72 per fill, versus $9.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 144 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,320 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate | 47 | $14.26 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ 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. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (95). Medicare paid an average of $14.26 per fill, versus $8.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 135 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,050 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Buspirone Hcl | 44 | $42.59 | ▲ More than typical |
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $42.59 per fill, versus $21.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 116 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Furosemide | 41 | $8.06 | ≈ Typical |
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ 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. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about 76% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (54). Medicare paid an average of $8.06 per fill, versus $6.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 77 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,272 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl | 40 | $65.09 | ≈ Typical |
About Bupropion Xl: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $65.09 per fill, versus $50.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 116 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 38 | $36.16▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Rosuvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 75% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $36.16 per fill, versus $43.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 111 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 35 | $46.85▼ below VT avg | ≈ Typical |
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. In 2023, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 80% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $46.85 per fill, versus $52.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 43.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,167 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonazepam | 34 | $15.22 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 74% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $15.22 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,196 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carvedilol | 32 | $27.55 | ≈ Typical |
About Carvedilol: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $27.55 per fill, versus $13.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 60 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,774 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lovastatin | 31 | $14.50 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lovastatin: Lovastatin 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. Show more ▾ 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. A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $14.50 per fill, versus $12.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 63.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,883 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tramadol Hcl | 31 | $6.67▼ below VT avg | ≈ Typical |
About Tramadol Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 76% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $6.67 per fill, versus $9.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 37 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,005 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trazodone Hcl | 30 | $29.41 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 64% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $29.41 per fill, versus $14.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 74.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,219 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sertraline Hcl | 30 | $33.90 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (55). Medicare paid an average of $33.90 per fill, versus $12.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 76.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,295 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mirtazapine | 29 | $42.91 | ≈ Typical |
About Mirtazapine: Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders. In 2023, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 88% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $42.91 per fill, versus $25.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 46 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,356 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide | 27 | $13.53 | ≈ Typical |
About Citalopram Hbr: Citalopram is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 75% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $13.53 per fill, versus $9.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 79 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,370 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| OxycontinOxycodone Hcl | 26 | $618.35▼ below VT avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Oxycontin: This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). Show more ▾ Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. The higher strengths of this drug (more than 40 milligrams per tablet) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate to large amounts of an opioid pain medication. These strengths may cause overdose (even death) if taken by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use the extended-release form of oxycodone to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use. A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycontin, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $618.35 per fill, versus $781.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 731 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Famotidine | 25 | $11.67▼ below VT avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (13). Medicare paid an average of $11.67 per fill, versus $17.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 69.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,072 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dextroamphetamine-AmphetamineDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 23 | $48.24 | ≈ Typical |
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 79% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $48.24 per fill, versus $38.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 637 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| TrulicityDulaglutide | 23 | $1,426.09 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trulicity: Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Trulicity, about 66% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $1,426.09 per fill, versus $1,400.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 924 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 21 | $17.01 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Show more ▾ Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 62% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $17.01 per fill, versus $16.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 49 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,460 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| EliquisApixaban | 20 | $1,474.95 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (67). Medicare paid an average of $1,474.95 per fill, versus $899.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 54 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,591 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Spironolactone | 19 | $25.57 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Spironolactone: Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ 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). 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) In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 63% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $25.57 per fill, versus $14.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Glipizide ErGlipizide | 18 | $18.25▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Glipizide Er: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. 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. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 69% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $18.25 per fill, versus $21.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,434 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Methylphenidate Hcl | 18 | $33.87▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Methylphenidate Hcl: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Methylphenidate Hcl, about 64% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $33.87 per fill, versus $47.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 18.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 471 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Chlorthalidone | 18 | $46.41 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Chlorthalidone: Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ 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. A benzenesulfonamide-phthalimidine that tautomerizes to a BENZOPHENONES form. It is considered a thiazide-like diuretic. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 69% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $46.41 per fill, versus $34.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 45.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,368 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lisinopril-HydrochlorothiazideLisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide | 18 | $24.22 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not continue taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 72% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $24.22 per fill, versus $10.28 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 54 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,620 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Paroxetine Hcl | 17 | $20.58 | ≈ Typical |
About Paroxetine Hcl: Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 77% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $20.58 per fill, versus $17.28 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Meloxicam | 17 | $11.30 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain. A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 63% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $11.30 per fill, versus $7.91 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 980 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ventolin HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 17 | $108.80 | ≈ Typical |
About Ventolin 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 81% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $108.80 per fill, versus $77.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 614 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lorazepam | 17 | $12.99 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). Show more ▾ It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain. A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $12.99 per fill, versus $7.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 972 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion Hcl SrBupropion Hcl | 17 | $23.93▼ below VT avg | ≈ Typical |
About Bupropion Hcl Sr: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 77% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $23.93 per fill, versus $32.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 25.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 753 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl | 16 | $50.31 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $50.31 per fill, versus $31.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| JardianceEmpagliflozin | 16 | $1,640.72 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Jardiance: Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Jardiance, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $1,640.72 per fill, versus $1,121.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,256 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 16 | $11.01 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ 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. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $11.01 per fill, versus $9.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 44 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,305 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pravastatin Sodium | 16 | $40.23 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Pravastatin Sodium: 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. Show more ▾ 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. An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES). In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $40.23 per fill, versus $19.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Potassium Chloride | 16 | $38.27 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Potassium Chloride: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $38.27 per fill, versus $38.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 45.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,373 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Losartan-HydrochlorothiazideLosartan/Hydrochlorothiazide | 15 | $45.07 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ 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. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 68% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $45.07 per fill, versus $22.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 15 | $30.87 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $30.87 per fill, versus $27.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 340 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alprazolam | 15 | $29.51 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238) In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $29.51 per fill, versus $10.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 37.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,094 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Tizanidine Hcl | 15 | $31.21 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Tizanidine Hcl: This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $31.21 per fill, versus $17.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 789 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Anoro ElliptaUmeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr | 14 | $795.77 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Anoro Ellipta: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 2 medications: umeclidinium and vilanterol. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Vilanterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists (LABAs). Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. Umeclidinium/vilanterol is not approved to treat asthma. People with asthma using long-acting inhaled beta agonists (such as vilanterol) without also using an inhaled corticosteroid may have an increased risk of serious (sometimes fatal) breathing problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 64% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $795.77 per fill, versus $612.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Torsemide | 14 | $24.48 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Torsemide: Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Torsemide, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $24.48 per fill, versus $23.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 40 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,200 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ConcertaMethylphenidate Hcl | 14 | $391.74▼ below VT avg | ≈ Typical |
About Concerta: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Concerta, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (15). Medicare paid an average of $391.74 per fill, versus $471.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 392 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Morphine Sulfate ErMorphine Sulfate | 14 | $13.84▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Morphine Sulfate Er: This medication is used to treat severe pain. Show more ▾ Morphine belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $13.84 per fill, versus $50.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 364 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Finasteride | 14 | $6.91▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Finasteride: Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. Show more ▾ It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication. An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Finasteride, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $6.91 per fill, versus $19.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 407 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 13 | $23.78▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Doxazosin Mesylate: Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Doxazosin is also used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and part of the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Doxazosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. A prazosin-related compound that is a selective alpha-1-adrenergic blocker. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 65% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $23.78 per fill, versus $29.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triamterene-HydrochlorothiazidTriamterene/Hydrochlorothiazid | 13 | $19.43 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is a combination of two water pills (diuretics): triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide. This combination is used by people who have developed or are at risk for having low potassium levels on hydrochlorothiazide. It causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 65% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $19.43 per fill, versus $15.89 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,156 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| AdderallDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 13 | $835.44 | ≈ Typical |
About Adderall: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Adderall, about the same volume as the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (14). Medicare paid an average of $835.44 per fill, versus $584.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 13.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 369 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Pramipexole DihydrochloridePramipexole Di-Hcl | 13 | $33.62 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Pramipexole Dihydrochloride: Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 68% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $33.62 per fill, versus $24.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonidine Hcl | 13 | $14.24 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clonidine Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $14.24 per fill, versus $9.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Calcitriol | 12 | $7.68▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Calcitriol: Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D. Show more ▾ Most people get enough vitamin D from exposure to the sun and from fortified food products (such as dairy products, vitamins). Vitamin D helps control parathyroid hormone and the levels of certain minerals (such as calcium, phosphorus) that are needed for building and keeping strong bones. Before regular vitamin D can be used by the body, it needs to be changed to the active form by the liver and kidneys. Calcitriol is used in patients with kidney disease who can't make enough of the active form of Vitamin D. This medication is also used to prevent and treat certain types of calcium/phosphorus/parathyroid problems that can happen with long-term kidney dialysis or hypoparathyroidism. Calcitriol is usually used along with specific diet recommendations and sometimes other medications. The physiologically active form of vitamin D. It is formed primarily in the kidney by enzymatic hydroxylation of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol (CALCIFEDIOL). Its production is stimulated by low blood calcium levels and parathyroid hormone. Calcitriol increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, and in concert with parathyroid hormone increases bone resorption. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Calcitriol, about 63% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $7.68 per fill, versus $44.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 358 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ondansetron Hcl | 12 | $5.98▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
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. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 60% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $5.98 per fill, versus $24.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 222 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bisoprolol Fumarate | 12 | $28.01▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Bisoprolol Fumarate: Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication 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. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker. It is effective in the management of HYPERTENSION and ANGINA PECTORIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $28.01 per fill, versus $43.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 570 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Montelukast Sodium | 12 | $19.03▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $19.03 per fill, versus $19.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 30.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 899 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 12 | $7.92 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 18% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (67). Medicare paid an average of $7.92 per fill, versus $5.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Duloxetine Hcl | 12 | $40.55▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $40.55 per fill, versus $71.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 868 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ibuprofen | 12 | $25.85 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ibuprofen: Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. Show more ▾ When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $25.85 per fill, versus $14.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 855 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 11 | $29.36 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about a third of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $29.36 per fill, versus $15.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 930 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 11 | $55.02 | ▼ Less than typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 69% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $55.02 per fill, versus $28.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 842 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 11 | $13.44▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $13.44 per fill, versus $28.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 20.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 591 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Levemir FlexpenInsulin Detemir | 11 | $1,501.94 | – No State Data |
About Levemir Flexpen: Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Show more ▾ 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. Insulin detemir is a man-made product that is similar to human insulin. It replaces the insulin that your body would normally make. It acts longer than regular insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin detemir may be used with a shorter-acting insulin product. It may also be used alone or with other diabetes drugs (such as metformin, exenatide). A recombinant long-acting insulin and hypoglycemic agent in which a MYRISTIC ACID is conjugated to a LYSINE at position B29. It is used to manage BLOOD GLUCOSE levels in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Levemir Flexpen. Medicare paid an average of $1,501.94 per fill. No state comparison is available for this medication. How often this provider prescribes it No state benchmark is available for this medication. What Medicare paid per fill $1,501.94 Cost per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 14.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 446 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bisoprolol-HydrochlorothiazideBisoprolol/Hydrochlorothiazide | 11 | $39.78▼ below VT avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide: This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications. Bisoprolol is a beta blocker that works by blocking the effect of certain natural chemicals (such as epinephrine) on the heart and blood vessels. This slows your heartbeat, lowers blood pressure, and reduces strain on the heart. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that works by increasing the amount of urine that you make. This causes your body to get rid of extra salt and water, which probably helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. These two drugs are used together when one medication is not controlling your blood pressure. Using these two drugs together can also reduce the amount of each drug you must take, thereby decreasing the chances of side effects. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 61% of the volume of the typical Vermont prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $39.78 per fill, versus $39.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average VT prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the VT average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 650 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for PASCALE C STEPHANI FNP 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 Family prescribing approach at this Berlin, VT 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 VT prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
