DR. JAMES V O'CONNELL MD
Prescription History 1821038092
Dermatology in Rancho Mirage, CA

NPI Status: Active since June 07, 2006

Contact Information

72785 FRANK SINATRA DR STE 101
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA
ZIP 92270
Phone: (760) 969-5900

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. JAMES V O'CONNELL MD, an active Dermatology specialist practicing in Rancho Mirage, CA. Our medical registry currently tracks 18 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,154 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Triamcinolone Acetonide, which accounts for 270 claims alone.


Alclometasone Dipropionate

Generic Formulation: Alclometasone DipropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 293
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.3
Peer Average Days Supply667
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $722.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.36

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Alclometasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a low- to medium-strength corticosteroid.

Betamethasone Dipropionate

Generic Formulation: Betamethasone DipropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 63
30-Day Fills 63.0
Days Supply 1,612
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.6
Peer Average Days Supply917
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 96.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,610.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$72.49

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 51
30-Day Fills 51.0
Days Supply 538
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.4
Peer Average Days Supply294
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 82.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $398.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.52

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Clindamycin Phosphate

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin PhosphateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 279
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.3
Peer Average Days Supply718
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $366.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$51.57

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) in women who are not pregnant. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 68
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 1,951
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.5
Peer Average Days Supply986
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 106.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,335.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$78.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$80.04

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 469
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.9
Peer Average Days Supply512
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $375.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.50

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Econazole Nitrate

Generic Formulation: Econazole NitrateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 298
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.3
Peer Average Days Supply773
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $261.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$96.30

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An imidazole derivative that is commonly used as a topical antifungal agent.

Therapeutic Applications

Econazole is used to treat a variety of fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. Econazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus.

Fluocinonide

Generic Formulation: FluocinonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 138
30-Day Fills 144.5
Days Supply 3,650
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,150
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 263.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,915.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$195.89

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A topical glucocorticoid used in the treatment of ECZEMA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergies, rash). Fluocinonide reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 64
30-Day Fills 64.0
Days Supply 1,554
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,219
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 45.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,363.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$90.21

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluorouracil is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 139
30-Day Fills 139.0
Days Supply 3,019
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.6
Peer Average Days Supply826
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 414.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,786.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.18

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Hydroxyzine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydroxyzine HclSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 44.6
Days Supply 1,062
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.4
Peer Average Days Supply876
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 53.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $704.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.88

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 109
30-Day Fills 125.0
Days Supply 3,383
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,425
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 137.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,193.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.27

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,090
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills14.0
Peer Average Days Supply61
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 200.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,983.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$118.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.52

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Minoxidil

Generic Formulation: MinoxidilSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 643
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,293
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $363.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.06

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A potent direct-acting peripheral vasodilator (VASODILATOR AGENTS) that reduces peripheral resistance and produces a fall in BLOOD PRESSURE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p371)

Therapeutic Applications

Minoxidil is used with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Minoxidil works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 69
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 1,019
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.7
Peer Average Days Supply592
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 122.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $764.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.85

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Nystatin-Triamcinolone

Generic Formulation: Nystatin/Triamcinolone AcetSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 248
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.1
Peer Average Days Supply473
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $373.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$64.08

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat fungal skin infections. This product contains nystatin, an anti-fungal drug that works by stopping the growth of fungus. It also contains triamcinolone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling, itching, and redness. This medication treats only fungal skin infections. It will not work for other types of skin infections (such as infections caused by bacteria, viruses). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 270
30-Day Fills 310.0
Days Supply 8,310
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,195
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 542.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,046.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.88

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Valacyclovir

Generic Formulation: Valacyclovir HclSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 91
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.7
Peer Average Days Supply745
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $228.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.83

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES.

Therapeutic Applications

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. JAMES V O'CONNELL MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Rancho Mirage, CA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Dermatology** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.