CHRISTOPHER DO CHAO PA-C
Prescription History 1851007488
Physician Assistant in Victorville, CA

NPI Status: Active since January 26, 2023

Contact Information

12830 HESPERIA RD STE CD&E
VICTORVILLE, CA
ZIP 92395
Phone: (760) 684-8999

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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 CHRISTOPHER DO CHAO PA-C, an active Physician Assistant specialist practicing in Victorville, CA. Our medical registry currently tracks 34 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 4,183 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, which accounts for 975 claims alone.


Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 652
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply475
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $733.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.10

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

Amitriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Amitriptyline HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 390
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,246
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $77.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.47

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.

Baclofen

Generic Formulation: BaclofenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 246
30-Day Fills 248.0
Days Supply 7,389
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,497
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 500.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,590.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.61

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.

Belbuca

Generic Formulation: Buprenorphine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 614
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,207
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $36,092.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,718.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$725.60

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

Buprenorphine is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain. Buprenorphine 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. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Buprenorphine

Generic Formulation: BuprenorphineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 712
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.5
Peer Average Days Supply988
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 25.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,869.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$264.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$345.96

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis, chronic back pain). Buprenorphine 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. The higher strengths of this drug (7.5, 10, 15, or 20 micrograms per hour patches) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate amounts of opioid pain medication. These strengths may cause overdose (even death) if used by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Butrans

Generic Formulation: BuprenorphineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 370
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.9
Peer Average Days Supply612
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $8,220.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$632.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$759.53

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 derivative of the opioid alkaloid THEBAINE that is a more potent and longer lasting analgesic than MORPHINE. It appears to act as a partial agonist at mu and kappa opioid receptors and as an antagonist at delta receptors. The lack of delta-agonist activity has been suggested to account for the observation that buprenorphine tolerance may not develop with chronic use.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to arthritis, chronic back pain). Buprenorphine 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. The higher strengths of this drug (7.5, 10, 15, or 20 micrograms per hour patches) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate amounts of opioid pain medication. These strengths may cause overdose (even death) if used by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use this medication to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional (as needed) use.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,200
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,852
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,321.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$60.11

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: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 103
30-Day Fills 103.0
Days Supply 3,040
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.6
Peer Average Days Supply955
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 221.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,346.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.68

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.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 452
30-Day Fills 460.4
Days Supply 10,849
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,502
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 721.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $18,640.90 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.99

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). 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.

Duloxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Duloxetine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 870
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,218
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $375.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.41

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 thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 359
30-Day Fills 360.3
Days Supply 10,788
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims81.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills134.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,929
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 343.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,861.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.28

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 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: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 975
30-Day Fills 975.0
Days Supply 28,291
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims79.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills79.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,693
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,134.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $24,088.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.00

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.

Ibuprofen

Generic Formulation: IbuprofenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 117
30-Day Fills 119.0
Days Supply 3,544
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.7
Peer Average Days Supply942
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 185.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,081.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.06

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.

Lidocaine

Generic Formulation: LidocaineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 104
30-Day Fills 107.0
Days Supply 3,120
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,207
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 173.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,733.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$141.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$170.19

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 local anesthetic and cardiac depressant used as an antiarrhythmia agent. Its actions are more intense and its effects more prolonged than those of PROCAINE but its duration of action is shorter than that of BUPIVACAINE or PRILOCAINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus). Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics. It works by causing a temporary loss of feeling in the area where you apply the patch.

Lidocaine-Prilocaine

Generic Formulation: Lidocaine/PrilocaineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 64
30-Day Fills 64.0
Days Supply 1,531
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.4
Peer Average Days Supply641
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 178.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,781.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$59.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.54

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 topical local anesthetic preparation that is composed of a mixture of lidocaine and prilocaine. It is used to provide anesthesia during minor surgery and for the treatment of PREMATURE EJACULATION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication contains 2 amide-type local anesthetics, lidocaine and prilocaine. It is used on normal, unbroken skin or on the outer genital area to prevent pain before certain procedures such as inserting a needle, skin grafts, or skin laser surgery. It works by temporarily numbing the skin and surrounding area. Do not use this product in the ears. If this product alone cannot completely numb the area being treated, it may be used to numb the area before a lidocaine injection is given to provide enough pain relief for certain procedures (such as removal of genital warts).

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 127
30-Day Fills 128.0
Days Supply 3,824
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,024
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 164.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $662.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.44

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.

Methocarbamol

Generic Formulation: MethocarbamolSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 87
30-Day Fills 87.0
Days Supply 2,588
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply727
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 234.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $910.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.00

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 muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. 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, p1206)

Therapeutic Applications

Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 115
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.6
Peer Average Days Supply224
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $213.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.69

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.

Morphine Sulfate

Generic Formulation: Morphine SulfateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 806
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.5
Peer Average Days Supply610
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 28.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $965.33 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.45

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.

Clinical Summary

The principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat severe pain. Morphine 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.

Morphine Sulfate Er

Generic Formulation: Morphine SulfateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 87
30-Day Fills 87.0
Days Supply 2,547
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,158
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 117.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,168.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.38

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 principal alkaloid in opium and the prototype opiate analgesic and narcotic. Morphine has widespread effects in the central nervous system and on smooth muscle.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat severe pain. Morphine 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.

Movantik

Generic Formulation: Naloxegol OxalateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 114
30-Day Fills 114.0
Days Supply 3,335
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.9
Peer Average Days Supply784
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 356.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $44,065.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$386.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$427.41

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat constipation caused by opioid medications in people with ongoing pain that is not caused by cancer. It blocks the effect of opioids on the gut without blocking the effect on pain. Naloxegol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid antagonists.

Naloxone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Naloxone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 140
30-Day Fills 237.3
Days Supply 5,082
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.4
Peer Average Days Supply428
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 382.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,537.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$82.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$85.05

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

A specific opiate antagonist that has no agonist activity. It is a competitive antagonist at mu, delta, and kappa opioid receptors.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose. Serious opioid overdose symptoms may include unusual sleepiness, unusual difficulty waking up, or breathing problems (ranging from slow/shallow breathing to no breathing). Other symptoms of overdose may include very small pinpoint pupils, slow heartbeat, or low blood pressure. If someone has serious overdose symptoms but you are not sure if the symptoms are due to overdose, give this medication right away anyway, since lasting slow/shallow breathing may cause permanent damage to the brain or death. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid antagonists. It works by blocking the effects of the opioid in the brain. This medication may not work as well to block the effects of certain types of opioids (mixed agonist/antagonists such as buprenorphine, pentazocine). With these types of opioids, blocking may be incomplete or you may need a higher dose of naloxone. The effects of naloxone will not last as long as the effects of the opioid. Since treatment with this medication is not long lasting, be sure to get medical help right away after giving the first dose of naloxone. Treatment of opioid overdose should also include breathing treatment (such as oxygen given through tubes in the nose, mechanical ventilation, artificial respiration).

Naproxen

Generic Formulation: NaproxenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.0
Peer Average Days Supply956
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $359.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.99

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

An anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout.

Therapeutic Applications

Naproxen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from various conditions. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. 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 form of naproxen is absorbed slowly and should not be used for pain that needs quick relief (such as during a gout attack). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using a different form of this drug or other medications for quick relief of pain.

Nurtec Odt

Generic Formulation: Rimegepant SulfateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 253
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.0
Peer Average Days Supply674
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $11,328.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,029.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,324.72

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 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 Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 38.0
Days Supply 1,092
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.3
Peer Average Days Supply245
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 72.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $808.36 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.79

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.

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.

Oxycodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 1,723
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.9
Peer Average Days Supply831
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 40.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,489.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.37

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.

Clinical Summary

A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone 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.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 322
30-Day Fills 322.0
Days Supply 9,205
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,076
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 570.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,666.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.01

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 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.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 163
30-Day Fills 163.0
Days Supply 4,843
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,429
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 328.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $5,358.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.56

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 (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures).

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills75.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,143
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 57.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $398.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.62

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$39.99

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 dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

Relistor

Generic Formulation: Methylnaltrexone BromideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.5
Peer Average Days Supply842
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $56,815.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,367.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,235.34

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 treat constipation caused by opioid medication. It blocks the effect of opioids on the gut without blocking the effect on pain. Methylnaltrexone belongs to a class of medications known as opioid antagonists.

Tizanidine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tizanidine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 133
30-Day Fills 133.0
Days Supply 3,926
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,170
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 259.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,031.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.27

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.54

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.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 71
30-Day Fills 71.0
Days Supply 1,841
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.2
Peer Average Days Supply877
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 65.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,214.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.59

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.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 734
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills98.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,885
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $277.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.09

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.84

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.

Ztlido

Generic Formulation: LidocaineSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 90
30-Day Fills 90.0
Days Supply 2,700
CA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.5
Peer Average Days Supply1,585
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 87.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $46,010.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$511.23

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$607.93

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.

Clinical Summary

A local anesthetic and cardiac depressant used as an antiarrhythmia agent. Its actions are more intense and its effects more prolonged than those of PROCAINE but its duration of action is shorter than that of BUPIVACAINE or PRILOCAINE.

Therapeutic Applications

This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus). Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics. It works by causing a temporary loss of feeling in the area where you apply the patch.

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 CHRISTOPHER DO CHAO PA-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Victorville, CA.

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 **Physician Assistant** 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.