TANZEEM ALAM
Prescription History 1821773136
Nurse Practitioner - Adult Health in Lynnfield, MA
What does Tanzeem Alam prescribe?
In 2024, Tanzeem Alam wrote 1,523 Medicare prescriptions for 57 medications. The most prescribed was Gabapentin, with 98 prescriptions for 41 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Tanzeem Alam prescribes.
Medications 57 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Massachusetts prescribers.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 98 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $10.47 per fill, versus $14.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 82 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (188). Medicare paid $13.03 per fill, versus $13.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 71 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 3 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $17.40 per fill, versus $10.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 63 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $10.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 57 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $7.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 55 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $18.93 per fill, versus $26.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 53 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $28.56 per fill, versus $31.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 50 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.68 per fill, versus $16.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 48 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $8.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 46 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $9.87 per fill, versus $8.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 42 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $9.55 per fill, versus $16.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 39 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $10.25 per fill, versus $7.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 39 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 88% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $3.30 per fill, versus $4.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 37 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.29 per fill, versus $15.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 31 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.82 per fill, versus $8.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 28 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 69% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.11 per fill, versus $4.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 27 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $10.79 per fill, versus $9.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 27 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 28% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $20.92 per fill, versus $15.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 27 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.66 per fill, versus $6.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 26 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 63% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $25.36 per fill, versus $40.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 26 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $24.03 per fill, versus $16.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 25 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $12.67 per fill, versus $19.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 23 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 34% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $5.19 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 22 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 24% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $11.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 20 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.13 per fill, versus $20.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 20 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $8.23 per fill, versus $7.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 19 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 70% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.30 per fill, versus $12.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 19 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 26% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $2.64 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 19 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.15 per fill, versus $13.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 19 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 25% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $19.35 per fill, versus $9.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 18 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 39% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $16.91 per fill, versus $13.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 18 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 16% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $19.46 per fill, versus $18.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 17 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $67.80 per fill, versus $66.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 16 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 28% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.94 per fill, versus $8.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 16 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.71 per fill, versus $12.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 15 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 19% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $34.58 per fill, versus $28.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 15 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 31% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $2,057.52 per fill, versus $1,207.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 14 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.59 per fill, versus $8.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 14 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $12.01 per fill, versus $26.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 14 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 28% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $50.70 per fill, versus $31.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 14 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 30% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,075.68 per fill, versus $1,225.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 14 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 42% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $7.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 14 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $50.98 per fill, versus $61.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 14 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $8.08 per fill, versus $9.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 13 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 28% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $2.25 per fill, versus $6.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 13 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $45.47 per fill, versus $28.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 13 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 26% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $944.72 per fill, versus $1,217.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1.38 per fill, versus $11.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 12 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 23% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $19.24 per fill, versus $19.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 12 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 15% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $10.40 per fill, versus $17.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 11 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 39% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $4.02 per fill, versus $7.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 11 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 13% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $580.14 per fill, versus $852.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 11 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 37% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $10.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 11 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 18% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $6.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 11 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 21% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $7.42 per fill, versus $12.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 11 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $20.76 per fill, versus $10.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Massachusetts prescribers
Tanzeem Alam wrote 11 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Massachusetts prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $14.03 per fill, versus $22.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Tanzeem Alam’s prescriptions
What does Tanzeem Alam prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Tanzeem Alam's most prescribed medications were Gabapentin (98), Atorvastatin Calcium (82) and Naproxen (71).
How does Tanzeem Alam's prescribing compare with other Massachusetts prescribers?
Of the 57 medications with a state comparison, Tanzeem Alam prescribes 5 more often than the typical Massachusetts prescriber, 6 about as often and 46 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Tanzeem Alam prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Massachusetts prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
