MICHAEL J KELLIS D.O.
Prescription History 1831190313
Internal Medicine - Sports Medicine in Chardon, OH


Quality Rating: 0 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since August 09, 2005

Contact Information

150 SEVENTH AVE STE 200
CHARDON, OH
ZIP 44024
Phone: (440) 285-4999
Fax: (402) 855-8704

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for MICHAEL J KELLIS D.O., an active Sports Medicine specialist practicing in Chardon, OH. Our medical registry currently tracks 13 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,011 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Methylprednisolone, which accounts for 410 claims alone.


Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 65
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.5
Peer Average Days Supply312
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $72.68 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.31

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Carisoprodol

Generic Formulation: CarisoprodolSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 79
30-Day Fills 83.0
Days Supply 2,450
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.7
Peer Average Days Supply560
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 338.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $850.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.03

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant whose mechanism of action is not completely understood but may be related to its sedative actions. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1202)

Therapeutic Applications

Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatments. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,665
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $764.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$54.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$62.65

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 47
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 1,185
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,088
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 34.3% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $326.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.94

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Diazepam

Generic Formulation: DiazepamSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 284
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.4
Peer Average Days Supply776
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $26.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.47

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 54.3
Days Supply 1,464
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims103.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills150.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,359
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $511.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.67

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,061
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.1
Peer Average Days Supply845
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $306.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.24

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Therapeutic Applications

Ibuprofen is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. When used with an opioid (such as morphine), it may be used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used to reduce fever. Ibuprofen is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Lorazepam

Generic Formulation: LorazepamSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 390
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,431
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $62.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.81

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 99
30-Day Fills 123.0
Days Supply 3,690
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills93.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,757
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 83.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $339.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.50

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 410
30-Day Fills 410.0
Days Supply 2,474
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.8
Peer Average Days Supply241
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,038.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,103.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.80

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 161
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims73.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills73.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,624
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 79.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $179.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.47

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 91.0
Days Supply 1,483
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,182
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 65.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $365.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.39

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Tramadol Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Sports Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 123
30-Day Fills 123.0
Days Supply 757
OH State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.1
Peer Average Days Supply453
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 515.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OH. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $978.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.30

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This product is used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. It contains 2 medications: tramadol and acetaminophen. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen is used to relieve pain, and it can also reduce a fever.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like MICHAEL J KELLIS D.O. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Chardon, OH.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Sports Medicine** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.