THOMAS E SABALASKE D.O.
Prescription History 1831161561
Family Medicine in Feasterville, PA
What does Dr. Sabalaske prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Sabalaske wrote 5,912 Medicare prescriptions for 114 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 435 prescriptions for 127 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 Dr. Sabalaske prescribes.
Medications 114 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 Pennsylvania prescribers.
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 435 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (217). Medicare paid $15.59 per fill, versus $12.25 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 401 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $6.23 per fill, versus $6.63 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 268 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $11.15 per fill, versus $7.55 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 252 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $17.73 per fill, versus $10.98 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 210 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 4.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $41.96 per fill, versus $31.35 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 201 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $8.60 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 195 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $17.82 per fill, versus $16.32 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 154 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $3.16 per fill, versus $4.25 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 153 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $10.95 per fill, versus $13.87 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 133 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $11.76 per fill, versus $12.24 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 123 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $20.63 per fill, versus $15.71 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 121 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $17.54 per fill, versus $11.18 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 117 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $12.04 per fill, versus $9.50 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 114 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $1,113.03 per fill, versus $796.82 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 109 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $12.34 per fill, versus $9.83 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 101 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $33.00 per fill, versus $22.33 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 97 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $30.10 per fill, versus $32.33 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 91 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $14.77 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 83 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $13.49 per fill, versus $12.00 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 74 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,388.06 per fill, versus $1,230.71 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 71 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $6.39 per fill, versus $10.05 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 65 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $15.87 per fill, versus $14.69 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 64 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $22.21 per fill, versus $23.41 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 63 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.09 per fill, versus $8.52 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
Pravastatin 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 63 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $15.87 per fill, versus $14.88 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 60 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.49 per fill, versus $26.87 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 59 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $8.16 per fill, versus $8.85 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 49 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $10.91 per fill, versus $16.56 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 48 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $2.44 per fill, versus $6.56 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 47 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $12.76 per fill, versus $17.08 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 44 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $36.18 per fill, versus $25.57 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 41 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $5.37 per fill, versus $4.95 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 40 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 77% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $8.56 per fill, versus $11.06 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 40 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $7.17 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 39 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $2.76 per fill, versus $5.46 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 39 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.28 per fill, versus $6.26 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 39 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.33 per fill, versus $13.29 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 39 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $33.59 per fill, versus $61.27 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 used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 38 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $33.04 per fill, versus $26.43 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
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 38 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $17.01 per fill, versus $12.67 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 38 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 89% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.51 per fill, versus $11.29 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 37 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 82% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $10.66 per fill, versus $8.43 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 37 prescriptions for Farxiga, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,124.83 per fill, versus $877.86 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 37 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $6.50 per fill, versus $11.98 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 37 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 71% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1.36 per fill, versus $4.47 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 35 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $18.43 per fill, versus $13.79 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
Cefuroxime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 31 prescriptions for Cefuroxime, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.57 per fill, versus $13.57 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 31 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.69 per fill, versus $42.44 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 variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 30 prescriptions for Betamethasone Dipropionate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $31.58 per fill, versus $42.42 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 30 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.46 per fill, versus $12.34 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 30 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $26.58 per fill, versus $40.37 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 30 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $14.11 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 30 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,032.21 per fill, versus $791.09 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 depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 29 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $12.86 per fill, versus $17.20 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 28 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $18.81 per fill, versus $30.85 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 27 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $15.84 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 26 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $27.66 per fill, versus $16.80 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 combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 26 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1.80 per fill, versus $4.47 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 25 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.96 per fill, versus $9.39 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 24 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $3.13 per fill, versus $2.87 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 24 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.05 per fill, versus $7.50 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 24 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,675.12 per fill, versus $952.57 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 23 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $35.85 per fill, versus $26.44 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 23 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $35.70 per fill, versus $55.22 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 22 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 76% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.66 per fill, versus $7.51 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 22 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.76 per fill, versus $6.85 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 22 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,354.93 per fill, versus $1,180.94 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
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 21 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $13.95 per fill, versus $13.03 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 21 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $13.80 per fill, versus $20.06 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 21 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 35% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $5.51 per fill, versus $6.77 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 21 prescriptions for Novolin 70-30 Flexpen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $108.33 per fill, versus $150.95 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 20 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 66% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $32.43 per fill, versus $16.58 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 20 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $11.54 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 20 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $48.69 per fill, versus $27.31 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 20 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,150.56 per fill, versus $866.70 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 20 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $24.35 per fill, versus $22.50 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 19 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.66 per fill, versus $26.46 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 19 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $2.12 per fill, versus $12.62 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 19 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 87% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.69 per fill, versus $29.74 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 18 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 77% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.02 per fill, versus $14.99 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 17 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 31% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $16.26 per fill, versus $7.62 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
Molnupiravir is a product that the FDA is allowing to be given for emergency use to treat COVID-19.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 17 prescriptions for Lagevrio (Eua), about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $435.00 per fill, versus $639.90 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 17 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $23.28 per fill, versus $16.28 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 (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 17 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $58.61 per fill, versus $31.84 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 17 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $902.66 per fill, versus $1,104.89 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 depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 15 prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $46.37 per fill, versus $46.97 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 15 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $186.47 per fill, versus $113.34 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
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 15 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 85% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $54.58 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 used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 15 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.31 per fill, versus $9.88 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 14 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $27.46 per fill, versus $22.41 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 14 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 23% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $17.39 per fill, versus $14.22 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 14 prescriptions for Levetiracetam Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.17 per fill, versus $64.40 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 14 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $26.63 per fill, versus $9.54 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 14 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 65% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $65.46 per fill, versus $47.35 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 14 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 71% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $26.96 per fill, versus $28.03 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 variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 13 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $2.17 per fill, versus $5.96 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 13 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.59 per fill, versus $19.50 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 13 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $2.20 per fill, versus $13.34 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 13 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $15.05 per fill, versus $10.36 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, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 13 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 31% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $33.17 per fill, versus $20.33 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.34 per fill, versus $18.41 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 along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Chlorhexidine Gluconate, about 28% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $5.09 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Emsam, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (12). Medicare paid $2,042.69 per fill, versus $2,067.31 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $2.22 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $2.28 per fill, versus $10.95 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 22% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $11.21 per fill, versus $17.98 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $1.62 per fill, versus $25.69 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 certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Temazepam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.90 per fill, versus $13.55 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 12 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $12.93 per fill, versus $5.45 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 11 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.39 per fill, versus $15.32 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 11 prescriptions for Diclofenac Potassium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $5.23 per fill, versus $215.30 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $2.33 per fill, versus $14.22 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 11 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3.61 per fill, versus $8.05 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
Alirocumab is used by people who have blockage in the heart blood vessels to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of chest pain that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Sabalaske wrote 11 prescriptions for Praluent Pen, about 42% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $522.39 per fill, versus $712.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Sabalaske’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Sabalaske prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Sabalaske's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (435), Amlodipine Besylate (401) and Lisinopril (268).
How does Dr. Sabalaske's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 114 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Sabalaske prescribes 18 more often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber, 38 about as often and 58 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Sabalaske 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 Pennsylvania 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.
