JOSH R SHUFELT PA-C
Prescription History 1821535113
Physician Assistant - Medical in Jackson, MS

NPI Status: Active since January 24, 2017

Contact Information

3000 OLD CANTON RD
SUITE 305
JACKSON, MS
ZIP 39216
Phone: (601) 981-1550
Fax: (601) 981-0804

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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 JOSH R SHUFELT PA-C, an active Medical specialist practicing in Jackson, MS. Our medical registry currently tracks 21 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,240 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Latanoprost, which accounts for 294 claims alone.


Brimonidine Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine TartrateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 1,986
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims67.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills110.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,155
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 32.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $409.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.07

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 quinoxaline derivative and ADRENERGIC ALHPA-2 RECEPTOR AGONIST that is used to manage INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE associated with OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist. This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Combigan

Generic Formulation: Brimonidine Tartrate/TimololSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 735
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,890
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,656.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$310.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$332.73

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 pharmaceutical preparation of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate. The combined ADRENERGIC ALPHA2 RECEPTOR AGONIST and ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONIST activity of these drugs reduce INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE in GLAUCOMA patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This product contains brimonidine and timolol. These medications are used together when 1 drug is not controlling the pressure inside the eye. Brimonidine works by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha agonists. Timolol is thought to work by decreasing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years old due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Dorzolamide Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 61
30-Day Fills 110.9
Days Supply 3,314
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills87.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,590
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,072.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.44

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

Dorzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Dorzolamide-Timolol

Generic Formulation: Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol MaleatSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 142
30-Day Fills 277.8
Days Supply 8,274
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills150.9
Peer Average Days Supply4,496
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 75.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,893.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.10

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 product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers, and dorzolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 740
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.0
Peer Average Days Supply436
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $494.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.99

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.

Erythromycin

Generic Formulation: Erythromycin BaseSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 113
30-Day Fills 113.3
Days Supply 1,325
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.4
Peer Average Days Supply812
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 126.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,162.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.64

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

Erythromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Erythromycin is known as a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats or prevents 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.

Ketorolac Tromethamine

Generic Formulation: Ketorolac TromethamineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 31.7
Days Supply 850
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,116
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 47.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $662.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.94

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 pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It is also used to prevent and treat eye swelling due to a certain type of eye surgery (cataract removal). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling.

Latanoprost

Generic Formulation: LatanoprostSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 294
30-Day Fills 587.5
Days Supply 17,062
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims179.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills282.1
Peer Average Days Supply7,946
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 64.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,303.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.31

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 prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness.

Lumigan

Generic Formulation: BimatoprostSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 95
30-Day Fills 133.5
Days Supply 3,700
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills93.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,642
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 50.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $35,756.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$376.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$394.75

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 cloprostenol-derived amide that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Moxifloxacin

Generic Formulation: Moxifloxacin HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 486
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims106.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills107.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,616
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $784.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.11

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 fluoroquinolone that acts as an inhibitor of DNA TOPOISOMERASE II and is used as a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a quinolone antibiotic used for eye infections.

Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth

Generic Formulation: Neomycin/Polymyxin B/DexamethaSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 136
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.7
Peer Average Days Supply555
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $125.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.38

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 conditions involving swelling (inflammation) of the eyes and to treat or prevent bacterial eye infections. This product contains neomycin and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. It also contains dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections and may worsen them (such as infections caused by viruses, fungi, mycobacteria). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Ofloxacin

Generic Formulation: OfloxacinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 28.1
Days Supply 579
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims76.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills80.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,601
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $307.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.19

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 fluoroquinolone antibacterial agent that inhibits the supercoiling activity of bacterial DNA GYRASE, halting DNA REPLICATION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Pilocarpine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Pilocarpine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 28.5
Days Supply 855
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,013
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,890.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$111.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$75.23

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 slowly hydrolyzed muscarinic agonist with no nicotinic effects. Pilocarpine is used as a miotic and in the treatment of glaucoma.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat symptoms of dry mouth due to a certain immune disease (Sjogren's syndrome) or from saliva gland damage due to radiation treatments of the head/neck for cancer. Pilocarpine belongs to a class of drugs known as cholinergic agonists. It works by stimulating certain nerves to increase the amount of saliva you produce, making it easier and more comfortable to speak and swallow.

Prednisolone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Prednisolone AcetateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 51
30-Day Fills 57.8
Days Supply 1,413
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims104.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills125.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,063
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,865.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.65

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 certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works by relieving symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.

Restasis

Generic Formulation: CyclosporineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 122
30-Day Fills 223.5
Days Supply 6,705
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills58.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,721
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 221.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $156,800.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,285.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,013.28

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 group of closely related cyclic undecapeptides from the fungi Trichoderma polysporum and Cylindocarpon lucidum. They have some antineoplastic and antifungal action and significant immunosuppressive effects. Cyclosporins have been proposed as adjuvants in tissue and organ transplantation to suppress graft rejection.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes. They work by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Rocklatan

Generic Formulation: Netarsudil Mesylat/LatanoprostSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 377
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,204
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,383.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$354.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$432.66

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

Netarsudil/latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain eye conditions (such as open-angle glaucoma, ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent vision loss or blindness.

Timolol Maleate

Generic Formulation: Timolol MaleateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 20.4
Days Supply 521
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills114.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,342
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $117.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.20

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 beta-adrenergic antagonist that is similar in action to PROPRANOLOL; the levo-isomer is more active. Timolol has been proposed as an anti-hypertensive, anti-arrhythmic, anti-angina, and anti-glaucoma agent. It is also used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS and tremor.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta-blockers.

Tobramycin-Dexamethasone

Generic Formulation: Tobramycin/DexamethasoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 19.3
Days Supply 388
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.9
Peer Average Days Supply499
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 46.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $927.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$57.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$76.48

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 preparation of tobramycin and dexamethasone that is used for treating or preventing superficial bacterial infections of the eye.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat or prevent eye infections. This medication contains two drugs. Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Dexamethasone belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling. This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Travoprost

Generic Formulation: TravoprostSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 27.7
Days Supply 706
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,169
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,010.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$111.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$191.46

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 cloprostenol derivative that is used as an ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENT in the treatment of OPEN-ANGLE GLAUCOMA and OCULAR HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Travoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Vyzulta

Generic Formulation: Latanoprostene BunodSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 360
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,117
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,888.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$277.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$370.80

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Latanoprostene bunod is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by controlling the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Xiidra

Generic Formulation: LifitegrastSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 70
30-Day Fills 70.0
Days Supply 2,035
MS State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.5
Peer Average Days Supply911
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 218.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MS. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $51,351.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$733.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$907.92

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 dry eye disease.

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 JOSH R SHUFELT PA-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Jackson, MS.

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 **Medical** 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.