DR. JESSICA LAUREN FRIEDMAN MD
Prescription History 1851745517
Family Medicine in Baltimore, MD
What does Dr. Friedman prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Friedman wrote 2,359 Medicare prescriptions for 61 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 285 prescriptions for 79 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Friedman prescribes.
Medications 61 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Maryland prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 285 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (167). Medicare paid $8.00 per fill, versus $12.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 152 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $6.15 per fill, versus $11.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 130 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (130). Medicare paid $3.28 per fill, versus $8.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 107 prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $152.07 per fill, versus $150.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 94 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $4.63 per fill, versus $8.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 93 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $37.60 per fill, versus $29.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 91 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $12.78 per fill, versus $17.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 90 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $3.36 per fill, versus $4.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 74 prescriptions for Suboxone, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $619.17 per fill, versus $523.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 66 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $13.84 per fill, versus $15.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 65 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $5.49 per fill, versus $8.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 55 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $15.08 per fill, versus $18.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 54 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.22 per fill, versus $16.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 50 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $33.65 per fill, versus $29.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 42 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 38% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $9.81 per fill, versus $11.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 41 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $918.87 per fill, versus $934.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 40 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 65% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $3.83 per fill, versus $14.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Varenicline is used by adults to help stop smoking.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 39 prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $192.50 per fill, versus $223.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 37 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 77% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $1,329.94 per fill, versus $1,411.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 36 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 76% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $10.12 per fill, versus $11.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 34 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 68% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.09 per fill, versus $14.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 33 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 34% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $22.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 28 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 61% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,001.99 per fill, versus $1,028.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 28 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $11.13 per fill, versus $10.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 26 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 70% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.33 per fill, versus $10.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 24 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $5.14 per fill, versus $15.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 23 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $536.32 per fill, versus $436.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 22 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 70% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $573.27 per fill, versus $628.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 22 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 34% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $4.52 per fill, versus $5.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 19 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 75% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.69 per fill, versus $20.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 19 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $12.35 per fill, versus $20.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 19 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $11.57 per fill, versus $21.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 19 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 89% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $13.71 per fill, versus $17.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 18 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.27 per fill, versus $11.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 18 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $51.21 per fill, versus $35.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 18 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 41% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $5.12 per fill, versus $15.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 18 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $2.11 per fill, versus $17.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 17 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.86 per fill, versus $10.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 17 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 69% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $59.94 per fill, versus $70.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 15 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $31.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 15 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $6.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.63 per fill, versus $26.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 20% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $14.51 per fill, versus $15.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 15 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 28% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $10.79 per fill, versus $18.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tiotropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 15 prescriptions for Spiriva Handihaler, about as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $580.42 per fill, versus $680.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 14 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 75% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $463.91 per fill, versus $603.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 14 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 29% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $4.96 per fill, versus $14.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 14 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 61% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $4.29 per fill, versus $9.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 14 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.04 per fill, versus $13.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 14 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 28% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $9.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 14 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $7.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 14 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 40% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.07 per fill, versus $10.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 14 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 67% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $31.71 per fill, versus $39.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 13 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $599.60 per fill, versus $966.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 13 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 31% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $36.05 per fill, versus $27.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 12 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 25% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $2.04 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 12 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 36% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.25 per fill, versus $31.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 11 prescriptions for Alcohol Swabs, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $3.91 per fill, versus $7.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Buprenorphine is used to treat opioid use disorder.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 11 prescriptions for Buprenorphine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $59.75 per fill, versus $38.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 11 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 33% as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $5.60 per fill, versus $16.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Maryland prescribers
Dr. Friedman wrote 11 prescriptions for Vascepa, about half as often as the typical Maryland prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $417.63 per fill, versus $536.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Friedman’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Friedman prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Friedman's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (285), Losartan Potassium (152) and Amlodipine Besylate (130).
How does Dr. Friedman's prescribing compare with other Maryland prescribers?
Of the 61 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Friedman prescribes 9 more often than the typical Maryland prescriber, 12 about as often and 40 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Friedman prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Maryland prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
