DR. DOROTHY H BANISH M.D.
Prescription History 1821079773
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Covington, LA

NPI Status: Active since November 08, 2005

Contact Information

67250 INDUSTRY LN
SUITE B
COVINGTON, LA
ZIP 70433
Phone: (985) 893-4711
Fax: (985) 893-9094

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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. DOROTHY H BANISH M.D., an active Cardiovascular Disease specialist practicing in Covington, LA. Our medical registry currently tracks 7 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 89 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Amoxicillin, which accounts for 14 claims alone.

Medication Index


Amoxicillin

Generic Formulation: AmoxicillinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 140
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.2
Peer Average Days Supply296
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $54.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.50

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 broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is a penicillin-type 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. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims80.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills165.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,902
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $118.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.12

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. 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.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims120.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills177.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,199
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 90.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $60.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.96

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 cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. 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.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills116.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,421
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 83.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $113.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.80

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. 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.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills147.1
Peer Average Days Supply4,328
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $132.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.51

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). 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.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims51.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.3
Peer Average Days Supply954
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 74.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $81.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.72

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 anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Cardiology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
LA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims121.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills287.5
Peer Average Days Supply8,589
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 89.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside LA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $133.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.89

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 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.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

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. DOROTHY H BANISH M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Covington, LA.

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 **Cardiovascular Disease** 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.