MATTHEW SCOTT MILLER MD
Prescription History 1841347721
Internal Medicine in Nashville, TN


Quality Rating: 97.12 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since January 04, 2007

Contact Information

3803 BEDFORD AVE STE 202
NASHVILLE, TN
ZIP 37215
Phone: (615) 808-0700
Fax: (615) 808-0703

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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 MATTHEW SCOTT MILLER MD, an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Nashville, TN. Our medical registry currently tracks 27 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 471 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Atorvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 46 claims alone.


Allopurinol

Generic Formulation: AllopurinolSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 30.0
Days Supply 900
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills129.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,784
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $215.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.31

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 XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 77.0
Days Supply 2,310
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims146.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills348.1
Peer Average Days Supply10,234
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $428.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.52

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.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 46
30-Day Fills 124.0
Days Supply 3,720
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims172.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills414.0
Peer Average Days Supply12,134
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $650.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.09

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 pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 337
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills58.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,576
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $332.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.46

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.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 143
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.8
Peer Average Days Supply455
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $337.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.62

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.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Eliquis

Generic Formulation: ApixabanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims88.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills132.6
Peer Average Days Supply3,584
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $13,849.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$989.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$749.99

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

Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

Escitalopram Oxalate

Generic Formulation: Escitalopram OxalateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills113.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,210
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $326.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.01

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.

Clinical Summary

S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Therapeutic Applications

Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims99.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills189.1
Peer Average Days Supply5,205
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $72.95 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.99

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 benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 31.0
Days Supply 930
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims131.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills168.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,844
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 87.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $569.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.09

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 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.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 364
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills101.9
Peer Average Days Supply2,186
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 87.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $416.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.01

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

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

Ipratropium Bromide

Generic Formulation: Ipratropium BromideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 237
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,363
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,088.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$49.46

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 muscarinic antagonist structurally related to ATROPINE but often considered safer and more effective for inhalation use. It is used for various bronchial disorders, in rhinitis, and as an antiarrhythmic.

Therapeutic Applications

Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. For preventing symptoms of lung disease, this medication must be used regularly to be effective. Use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) for wheezing or sudden shortness of breath unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Ipratropium does not work as fast as your quick-relief inhaler, but may sometimes be used to relieve symptoms of wheezing or sudden shortness of breath if so prescribed by your doctor.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 54.8
Days Supply 1,644
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims164.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills370.8
Peer Average Days Supply10,700
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 85.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $241.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.05

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 major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims124.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills299.0
Peer Average Days Supply8,802
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 91.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $37.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.42

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.78

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

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 73.0
Days Supply 2,184
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims108.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills266.8
Peer Average Days Supply7,901
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $370.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.78

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

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: Losartan/HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills94.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,830
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $352.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.03

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims88.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills211.6
Peer Average Days Supply6,226
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $399.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.20

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Mirtazapine

Generic Formulation: MirtazapineSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 30.0
Days Supply 900
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims58.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,230
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $521.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.35

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 piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims116.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills267.6
Peer Average Days Supply7,878
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 90.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $226.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.98

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 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 127
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.5
Peer Average Days Supply302
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $285.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.39

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 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.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims94.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills198.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,727
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $278.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.58

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.18

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

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 515
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims54.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,176
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $173.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.16

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 synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 114.0
Days Supply 3,420
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills256.1
Peer Average Days Supply7,613
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $891.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.15

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 HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 960
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills193.3
Peer Average Days Supply5,637
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 83.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $363.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.15

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

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 1,750
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims76.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills136.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,885
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $828.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.72

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 depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Trelegy Ellipta

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone/Umeclidin/VilanterSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 294
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills74.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,214
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,679.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$513.78

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$875.99

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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 3 medications: fluticasone, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics and vilanterol is a LABA medication. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination products containing both an inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with two asthma-control medications (such as inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed.

Venlafaxine Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Venlafaxine HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 44.0
Days Supply 1,320
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills71.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,096
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $566.57 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.37

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.

Xarelto

Generic Formulation: RivaroxabanSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
TN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,095
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside TN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,676.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$863.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$824.97

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 morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood.

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 MATTHEW SCOTT MILLER MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Nashville, TN.

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 **Internal 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.