TINA MELINDA CHAVEZ APRN
Prescription History 1831784073
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Tucson, AZ


Quality Rating: 97.64 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since March 09, 2021

Contact Information

2800 E AJO WAY STE 100
TUCSON, AZ
ZIP 85713
Phone: (520) 874-2720
Fax: (520) 694-3330

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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 TINA MELINDA CHAVEZ APRN, an active Family specialist practicing in Tucson, AZ. Our medical registry currently tracks 27 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,452 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Sumatriptan Succinate, which accounts for 216 claims alone.


Aimovig Autoinjector

Generic Formulation: Erenumab-AooeSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 130
30-Day Fills 163.8
Days Supply 4,709
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,262
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 293.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $128,196.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$986.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$934.34

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 medication is used to help prevent migraine. This medication may work by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Erenumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. Preventing frequent migraine attacks can help improve your ability to concentrate and do your usual tasks.

Ajovy Syringe

Generic Formulation: Fremanezumab-VfrmSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills14.7
Peer Average Days Supply437
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,904.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$761.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$781.47

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 medication is used to help prevent migraine. This medication may work by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Fremanezumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. Preventing frequent migraine attacks can help improve your ability to concentrate and do your usual tasks.

Amitriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amitriptyline HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 930
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,401
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 37.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $432.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.47

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 medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims117.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills302.9
Peer Average Days Supply9,037
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 90.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $197.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.41

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 long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,090
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,379
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $659.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.09

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 GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID derivative that is a specific agonist of GABA-B RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MUSCLE SPASTICITY, especially that due to SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Its therapeutic effects result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites, generally the reduction of excitatory transmission.

Therapeutic Applications

Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe

Generic Formulation: Butalb/Acetaminophen/CaffeineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 267
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.3
Peer Average Days Supply550
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 47.8% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $876.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.79

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 treat tension headaches. Acetaminophen helps to decrease the pain from the headache. Caffeine helps increase the effects of acetaminophen. Butalbital is a sedative that helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 1,037
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,061
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $505.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.49

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.

Eletriptan Hbr

Generic Formulation: Eletriptan HydrobromideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims14.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills17.7
Peer Average Days Supply481
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $483.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$169.62

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

Eletriptan is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Eletriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. Eletriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks.

Emgality Pen

Generic Formulation: Galcanezumab-GnlmSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,958
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,076
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 63.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $52,164.45 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,064.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$861.51

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 medication is used to help prevent migraine. It is also used to treat a certain type of headache (episodic cluster headache). Galcanezumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. This medication may work by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Using this medication can help improve your ability to concentrate and do your usual tasks.

Emgality Syringe

Generic Formulation: Galcanezumab-GnlmSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 480
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills17.6
Peer Average Days Supply523
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,116.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$926.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,110.17

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 medication is used to help prevent migraine. It is also used to treat a certain type of headache (episodic cluster headache). Galcanezumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. This medication may work by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Using this medication can help improve your ability to concentrate and do your usual tasks.

Fluoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Fluoxetine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 372
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,271
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $54.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.83

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

The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants.

Therapeutic Applications

This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 90
30-Day Fills 132.0
Days Supply 3,960
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims84.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills145.0
Peer Average Days Supply4,266
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,208.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.55

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.

Meclizine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Meclizine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 34.5
Days Supply 680
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.1
Peer Average Days Supply551
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 73.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $154.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.45

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

Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems.

Naratriptan Hcl

Generic Formulation: Naratriptan HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 921
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.1
Peer Average Days Supply589
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 40.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $956.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.92

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 medication is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headaches, pain and other symptoms of migraines, including sensitivity to light/sound, nausea, and vomiting. Prompt treatment allows you to get back to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Naratriptan does not prevent future migraines or reduce how often you may get a headache. Naratriptan belongs to a group of drugs called triptans. It affects a certain natural chemical (serotonin) that constricts blood vessels in the brain. It may also block other pain pathways in the brain.

Nortriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Nortriptyline HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,260
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,236
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $351.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.07

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 medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Nurtec Odt

Generic Formulation: Rimegepant SulfateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 66
30-Day Fills 66.0
Days Supply 1,876
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.2
Peer Average Days Supply634
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 200.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $89,262.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,352.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,498.88

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 medication is used to prevent or treat migraine. Rimegepant may work by changing the amount of a certain natural substance in the brain. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications.

Ondansetron Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ondansetron HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 60
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,076
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.9
Peer Average Days Supply215
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 172.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $534.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.91

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.93

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 medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 18.3
Days Supply 373
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.0
Peer Average Days Supply297
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $192.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.28

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 competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Promethazine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Promethazine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 221
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.4
Peer Average Days Supply405
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $269.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.73

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. Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as motion sickness, or before/after surgery). It is also used to treat allergy symptoms such as rash, itching, and runny nose. It may be used to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery or to help certain opioid pain relievers (such as meperidine) work better. The suppository form is used when medications cannot be taken by mouth. Promethazine is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Its other effects (such as anti-nausea, calming, pain relief) may work by affecting other natural substances (such as acetylcholine) and by acting directly on certain parts of the brain.

Propranolol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Propranolol HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 90.2
Days Supply 2,682
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,437
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 96.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,445.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.07

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 formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers.

Qulipta

Generic Formulation: AtogepantSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills18.8
Peer Average Days Supply564
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 29.4% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $25,942.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,179.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,146.57

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 medication is used to prevent migraines. Atogepant may work by blocking the effects of a certain natural substance in the brain that causes migraines (calcitonin gene-related peptide - CGRP).

Rizatriptan

Generic Formulation: Rizatriptan BenzoateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 183
30-Day Fills 201.2
Days Supply 5,514
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.0
Peer Average Days Supply775
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 632.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,067.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.57

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

Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Rizatriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. Rizatriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks.

Sumatriptan Succinate

Generic Formulation: Sumatriptan SuccinateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 216
30-Day Fills 242.0
Days Supply 6,263
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.9
Peer Average Days Supply820
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 800.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $38,926.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$180.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.80

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 serotonin agonist that acts selectively at 5HT1 receptors. It is used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS.

Therapeutic Applications

Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines and cluster headaches. It helps to relieve pain and other symptoms of migraines/headaches including sensitivity to light or sound, nausea, and vomiting. Prompt treatment allows you to get back to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. It does not prevent future migraines/headaches or reduce how often you may get a headache. Sumatriptan belongs to a group of drugs called triptans. It affects a certain natural chemical (serotonin) that constricts blood vessels in the brain. It may also block other pain pathways in the brain.

Tizanidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tizanidine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 82
30-Day Fills 105.0
Days Supply 2,650
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,714
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 74.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $792.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.85

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 medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Topiramate

Generic Formulation: TopiramateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 129
30-Day Fills 246.3
Days Supply 7,371
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills59.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,758
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 303.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,460.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.92

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 sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss.

Therapeutic Applications

Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Ubrelvy

Generic Formulation: UbrogepantSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 63.0
Days Supply 1,888
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.0
Peer Average Days Supply688
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 136.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $77,942.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,321.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,130.67

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat migraine. Ubrogepant may work by changing the amount of a certain natural substance in the brain. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. This medication is not used to prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraines.

Venlafaxine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Venlafaxine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
AZ State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.9
Peer Average Days Supply967
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across AZ. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $636.89 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.01

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

Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

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 TINA MELINDA CHAVEZ APRN provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Tucson, AZ.

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 **Family** 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.