DR. NEVINE H SALAMA M.D.
Prescription History 1831162007
Family Medicine in Redondo Beach, CA
What does Dr. Salama prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Salama wrote 4,633 Medicare prescriptions for 85 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 497 prescriptions for 142 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. Salama prescribes.
Medications 85 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 California 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 497 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $9.59 per fill, versus $10.47 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 435 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $5.96 per fill, versus $7.08 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 296 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 210 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $13.66 per fill, versus $14.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 188 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.02 per fill, versus $9.03 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 165 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $5.67 per fill, versus $8.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 149 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $4.21 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 138 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $11.26 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 127 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $11.02 per fill, versus $10.35 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 111 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $5.89 per fill, versus $9.26 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
Lovastatin 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 95 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 3.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $10.38 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 78 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $15.15 per fill, versus $12.66 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 76 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.21 per fill, versus $13.09 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 72 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 90% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $15.10 per fill, versus $15.63 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 70 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.43 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 67 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $13.04 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 66 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $21.30 per fill, versus $15.10 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 64 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.21 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 54 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $1,255.82 per fill, versus $923.33 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 54 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $13.38 per fill, versus $15.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 52 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 90% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $35.47 per fill, versus $28.70 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 52 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.09 per fill, versus $6.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 51 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $11.45 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 50 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.87 per fill, versus $10.59 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 49 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $16.29 per fill, versus $24.00 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 47 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.97 per fill, versus $9.93 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 45 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.75 per fill, versus $9.76 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 41 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $8.73 per fill, versus $9.65 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 41 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $12.63 per fill, versus $9.99 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 40 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $16.64 per fill, versus $28.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 39 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $2.25 per fill, versus $5.37 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 39 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.20 per fill, versus $6.39 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 38 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.60 per fill, versus $8.98 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 36 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $3.27 per fill, versus $8.24 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 36 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $11.86 per fill, versus $10.71 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 36 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 82% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $8.39 per fill, versus $6.24 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 35 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.79 per fill, versus $13.71 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 bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 34 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $103.20 per fill, versus $71.35 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 34 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $51.31 per fill, versus $74.43 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 32 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.97 per fill, versus $7.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 31 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.77 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 27 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,086.44 per fill, versus $933.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 27 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $6.16 per fill, versus $9.59 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 25 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.97 per fill, versus $6.52 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 24 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.59 per fill, versus $12.42 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 24 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $71.05 per fill, versus $32.58 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $15.43 per fill, versus $14.35 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 24 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $18.57 per fill, versus $21.39 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 23 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.83 per fill, versus $15.72 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 23 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,282.43 per fill, versus $1,102.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 22 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $30.31 per fill, versus $24.72 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 21 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.36 per fill, versus $7.09 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 a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 21 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.10 per fill, versus $13.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 20 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $18.66 per fill, versus $26.00 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 20 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.37 per fill, versus $6.71 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 19 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $25.44 per fill, versus $25.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 19 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $32.21 per fill, versus $56.87 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 19 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.53 per fill, versus $24.98 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 18 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.59 per fill, versus $11.17 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
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 18 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $305.10 per fill, versus $491.19 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 18 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $14.69 per fill, versus $13.25 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 18 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $139.75 per fill, versus $186.48 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.13 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 17 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $68.45 per fill, versus $23.92 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 California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 16 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.95 per fill, versus $10.39 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.53 per fill, versus $11.85 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 15 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.56 per fill, versus $17.99 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 15 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $4.96 per fill, versus $19.83 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 15 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.11 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 15 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $31.92 per fill, versus $31.36 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 14 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $12.28 per fill, versus $22.82 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 14 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $132.87 per fill, versus $55.93 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 drugs, an ACE inhibitor (benazepril) and a "water pill"/diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 13 prescriptions for Benazepril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $54.89 per fill, versus $32.50 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 13 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $50.23 per fill, versus $43.46 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 13 prescriptions for Januvia, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,505.62 per fill, versus $915.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 13 prescriptions for Lactulose, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $17.70 per fill, versus $52.96 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 12 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.49 per fill, versus $18.27 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 12 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $12.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 12 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,315.69 per fill, versus $914.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $248.33 per fill, versus $155.85 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 11 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $33.30 per fill, versus $14.34 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
Liothyronine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 11 prescriptions for Liothyronine Sodium, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $45.21 per fill, versus $43.51 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 11 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $1,157.42 per fill, versus $597.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 11 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $17.02 per fill, versus $35.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Salama wrote 11 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $3.41 per fill, versus $8.59 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. Salama’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Salama prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Salama's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (497), Amlodipine Besylate (435) and Levothyroxine Sodium (296).
How does Dr. Salama's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 85 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Salama prescribes 17 more often than the typical California prescriber, 18 about as often and 50 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Salama 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 California 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.
