RACHAEL E DRAKE N.P.
Prescription History 1831118421
Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care in Newburgh, IN
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for RACHAEL E DRAKE N.P., an active Acute Care specialist practicing in Newburgh, IN. Our medical registry currently tracks 28 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,096 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Pantoprazole Sodium, which accounts for 280 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other IN PrescribersVs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 280 | $17.37 | ▲ More than typical |
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2023, this provider wrote 280 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 3.3 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (86). Medicare paid an average of $17.37 per fill, versus $15.93 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 714.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 21,371 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Omeprazole | 179 | $25.03 | ▲ More than typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 179 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (109). Medicare paid an average of $25.03 per fill, versus $14.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 383.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,433 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LinzessLinaclotide | 82 | $928.37 | ▲ More than typical |
About Linzess: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements. In 2023, this provider wrote 82 Medicare prescriptions for Linzess, about 3 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $928.37 per fill, versus $771.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 136 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 53 | $7.16▼ below IN avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoclopramide Hcl: Metoclopramide is used by diabetic patients who have poor emptying of their stomachs (gastroparesis). Show more ▾ Treating gastroparesis can decrease symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and stomach/abdominal fullness. Metoclopramide works by blocking a natural substance (dopamine). It speeds up stomach emptying and movement of the upper intestines. This drug is not recommended for use in children due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as muscle spasms/uncontrolled muscle movements). Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. A dopamine D2 antagonist that is used as an antiemetic. In 2023, this provider wrote 53 Medicare prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $7.16 per fill, versus $10.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 83 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,474 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 47 | $32.37 | ▲ More than typical |
In 2023, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $32.37 per fill, versus $30.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 77.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,320 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| StelaraUstekinumab | 42 | $27,737.34 | ▲ More than typical |
About Stelara: Ustekinumab is used to treat plaque psoriasis, a certain type of arthritis (psoriatic arthritis), or certain bowel conditions (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis). Show more ▾ It works by blocking certain natural proteins in your body (interleukin-12 and interleukin-23) that cause inflammation (swelling) in these conditions. Ustekinumab does not cure these diseases, but helps to lessen symptoms of the disease. It can help to decrease the amount of plaques in plaque psoriasis, decrease the number of swollen/painful joints in psoriatic arthritis, and decrease symptoms such as abdominal pain/cramping and diarrhea in Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. A humanized monoclonal antibody that binds to IL-12 and IL-23 and is used as a DERMATOLOGIC AGENT in the treatment of patients with plaque PSORIASIS who have not responded to other therapies. In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Stelara, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $27,737.34 per fill, versus $27,143.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 59.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,736 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| MotegrityPrucalopride Succinate | 39 | $782.57 | ▲ More than typical |
About Motegrity: This medication is used to treat chronic constipation. Show more ▾ It is used when other medications used to treat constipation (such as laxatives) have not provided relief. Prucalopride works by improving how well your stomach and intestines move food through the bowels during digestion. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Motegrity, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $782.57 per fill, versus $662.54 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 55 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,650 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mesalamine | 28 | $599.79▼ below IN avg | ≈ Typical |
About Mesalamine: This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). Show more ▾ It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon. An anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the SALICYLATES, which is active in INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. It is considered to be the active moiety of SULPHASALAZINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed) In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Mesalamine, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $599.79 per fill, versus $708.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 66.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,008 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lubiprostone | 26 | $300.55 | ≈ Typical |
About Lubiprostone: This medication is used to treat certain types of constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation). Show more ▾ Chronic idiopathic constipation has an unknown cause and is not due to diet, other diseases, or drugs. Lubiprostone is also used to treat constipation caused by opioid medications in people with ongoing pain due to medical conditions other than cancer. This medication may improve symptoms such as bloating and abdominal discomfort, improve stool texture, lessen the need to strain, and decrease the feeling of not completely relieving oneself. Lubiprostone belongs to a class of drugs known as chloride channel activators. It works by increasing the amount of fluid within your intestines, making the passage of stool easier. Member of a bicyclic fatty acid class of compounds derived from PROSTAGLANDIN E1 involved in chloride channel gating. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Lubiprostone, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $300.55 per fill, versus $293.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 46 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,370 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Budesonide DrBudesonide | 23 | $322.31 | ≈ Typical |
About Budesonide Dr: Budesonide is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works directly in the lungs to make breathing easier by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. A glucocorticoid used in the management of ASTHMA, the treatment of various skin disorders, and allergic RHINITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Budesonide Dr, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $322.31 per fill, versus $178.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,115 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ondansetron Hcl | 22 | $34.19 | ≈ Typical |
About Ondansetron Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $34.19 per fill, versus $4.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 499 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Azathioprine | 22 | $172.63 | ≈ Typical |
About Azathioprine: Azathioprine is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant. Show more ▾ It is usually taken along with other medications to allow your new kidney to function normally. Azathioprine is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. In this condition, the body's defense system (immune system) attacks healthy joints. Azathioprine belongs to a class of drugs known as immunosuppressants. It works by weakening the immune system to help your body accept the new kidney as if it were your own (in the case of an organ transplant) or to prevent further damage to your joints (in the case of rheumatoid arthritis). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of azathioprine, especially when used by children and young adults. An immunosuppressive agent used in combination with cyclophosphamide and hydroxychloroquine in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), this substance has been listed as a known carcinogen. (Merck Index, 11th ed) In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Azathioprine, about the same volume as the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $172.63 per fill, versus $94.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Metronidazole | 21 | $9.66▼ below IN avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Metronidazole: This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. Show more ▾ 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). A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Metronidazole, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (11). Medicare paid an average of $9.66 per fill, versus $19.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 282 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| OcalivaObeticholic Acid | 21 | $8,881.49 | ▲ More than typical |
About Ocaliva: This medication is used alone or in combination treatment for a certain liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis-PBC). Show more ▾ This disease slowly destroys the bile ducts in the liver. When bile ducts are damaged, harmful substances can build up in bile and scar the liver. Obeticholic acid works by causing your liver to make less bile, and by helping bile flow out of the liver. Obeticholic acid may help slow worsening of primary biliary cholangitis and decrease symptoms such as tiredness, itchy skin, abdominal pain, and dry eyes and mouth. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Ocaliva, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (12). Medicare paid an average of $8,881.49 per fill, versus $8,474.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Famotidine | 21 | $9.84▼ below IN avg | ≈ Typical |
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 84% of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $9.84 per fill, versus $19.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,290 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ursodiol | 20 | $180.78▼ below IN avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ursodiol: Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis). Show more ▾ Ursodiol is a bile acid. A penicillin derivative commonly used in the form of its sodium or potassium salts in the treatment of a variety of infections. It is effective against most gram-positive bacteria and against gram-negative cocci. It has also been used as an experimental convulsant because of its actions on GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID mediated synaptic transmission. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Ursodiol, about 83% of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $180.78 per fill, versus $272.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 20 | $17.44▼ below IN avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 71% of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $17.44 per fill, versus $22.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 52 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,560 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dexlansoprazole DrDexlansoprazole | 20 | $496.02 | ≈ Typical |
About Dexlansoprazole Dr: Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Dexlansoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Dexlansoprazole is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. The R-isomer of lansoprazole that is used to treat severe GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Dexlansoprazole Dr, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $496.02 per fill, versus $429.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 57 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ondansetron OdtOndansetron | 16 | $12.06▼ below IN avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ondansetron Odt: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. A competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 64% of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $12.06 per fill, versus $23.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 534 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 14 | $143.85 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Esomeprazole Magnesium: Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. The S-isomer of omeprazole. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $143.85 per fill, versus $79.78 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Prednisone | 14 | $5.14▼ below IN avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ 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. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about a third of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $5.14 per fill, versus $5.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 18.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 529 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| RelistorMethylnaltrexone Bromide | 14 | $4,408.24 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Relistor: This medication is used to treat constipation caused by opioid medication. Show more ▾ It blocks the effect of opioids on the gut without blocking the effect on pain. Methylnaltrexone belongs to a class of medications known as opioid antagonists. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Relistor, about 74% of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $4,408.24 per fill, versus $2,287.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 502 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Balsalazide Disodium | 14 | $559.75 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Balsalazide Disodium: Balsalazide is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). Show more ▾ It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Balsalazide belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Balsalazide Disodium, about 67% of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $559.75 per fill, versus $217.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Colestipol Hcl | 12 | $120.93 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Colestipol Hcl: Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels. Highly crosslinked and insoluble basic anion exchange resin used as anticholesteremic. It may also may reduce triglyceride levels. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Colestipol Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $120.93 per fill, versus $96.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 35.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,057 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sucralfate | 12 | $125.89 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sucralfate: This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Show more ▾ Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $125.89 per fill, versus $66.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 16.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 385 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| XifaxanRifaximin | 12 | $2,677.62 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Xifaxan: This medication is used to treat diarrhea caused by the common bacteria known as E. Show more ▾ coli (traveler's diarrhea). Rifaximin should not be used if you have a fever or bloody diarrhea. 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. Rifaximin is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. It is also used to prevent a brain problem caused by liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy). It may help you think more clearly. A synthetic rifamycin derivative and anti-bacterial agent that is used for the treatment of GASTROENTERITIS caused by ESCHERICHIA COLI INFECTIONS. It may also be used in the treatment of HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Xifaxan, about half the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $2,677.62 per fill, versus $2,545.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 216 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Cephalexin | 11 | $7.53▼ below IN avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Cephalexin: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ 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. 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. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Cephalexin, about a third of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $7.53 per fill, versus $8.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 154 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| SymproicNaldemedine Tosylate | 11 | $485.08▼ below IN avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Symproic: This medication is used to treat constipation caused by opioid medication. Show more ▾ It blocks the effect of opioids on the gut without blocking the effect on pain. Naldemedine belongs to a class of medications known as opioid antagonists. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Symproic, about 69% of the volume of the typical Indiana prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $485.08 per fill, versus $562.68 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average IN prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the IN average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for RACHAEL E DRAKE N.P. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Acute Care prescribing approach at this Newburgh, IN practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among IN prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
