DR. RICO V I MENDOZA MD
Prescription History 1861466021
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Spartanburg, SC
What does Dr. Mendoza prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Mendoza wrote 3,603 Medicare prescriptions for 43 medications. The most prescribed was Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (albuterol sulfate), with 1,066 prescriptions for 325 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. Mendoza prescribes.
Medications 43 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 South Carolina prescribers.
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 1,066 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 15 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $35.38 per fill, versus $30.67 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
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 570 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 18 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $538.95 per fill, versus $529.01 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 asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 472 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 8.2 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $812.75 per fill, versus $863.42 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 149 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 5.7 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $319.19 per fill, versus $324.92 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 117 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 4.8 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $172.58 per fill, versus $162.36 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 103 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $3.23 per fill, versus $10.60 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
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 96 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 2.3 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $875.48 per fill, versus $787.21 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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 81 prescriptions for Stiolto Respimat, about 2.3 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $562.16 per fill, versus $630.98 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 74 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 3.5 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $184.58 per fill, versus $210.73 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
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 66 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about 2.8 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $291.73 per fill, versus $290.30 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 (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 64 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 2.7 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $96.61 per fill, versus $131.69 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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 60 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 2.8 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $61.10 per fill, versus $71.76 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 wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 55 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.09 per fill, versus $11.55 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 54 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 88% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $3.85 per fill, versus $5.99 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 52 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $2.26 per fill, versus $3.83 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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 42 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 65% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.47 per fill, versus $14.29 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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 36 prescriptions for Spiriva Handihaler, about 2.2 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $692.30 per fill, versus $708.03 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
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 29 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $537.22 per fill, versus $564.12 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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 27 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 34% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $1.72 per fill, versus $4.54 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
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 27 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 1.3 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $339.28 per fill, versus $409.43 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 (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 23 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $407.28 per fill, versus $440.91 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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 22 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 23% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $2.63 per fill, versus $15.01 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 treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 22 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 78% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $710.29 per fill, versus $710.80 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 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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 20 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $486.11 per fill, versus $613.78 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
Tadalafil is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 18 prescriptions for Adcirca, about 1.2 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $3,206.08 per fill, versus $4,284.68 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 (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 18 prescriptions for Advair Diskus, about 1.3 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $207.29 per fill, versus $235.55 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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 18 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 20% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $900.32 per fill, versus $852.02 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 prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 18 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Vilanterol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $322.79 per fill, versus $339.17 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 18 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 29% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $18.07 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
Tadalafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 17 prescriptions for Tadalafil, about half as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,826.30 per fill, versus $468.77 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
Modafinil reduces extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders, such as periods of stopped breathing during sleep (obstructive sleep apnea).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 16 prescriptions for Modafinil, about 69% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $53.14 per fill, versus $70.43 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 (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 15 prescriptions for Breyna, about 85% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $159.23 per fill, versus $205.39 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 used along with other medications to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 15 prescriptions for Nucala, about half as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3,688.83 per fill, versus $4,139.42 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 15 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 62% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.92 per fill, versus $17.08 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
Theophylline is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 13 prescriptions for Theophylline Er, about 40% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $35.67 per fill, versus $104.35 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 13 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 34% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $533.75 per fill, versus $909.23 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
Ambrisentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 12 prescriptions for Ambrisentan, about 26% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5,803.46 per fill, versus $3,548.82 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
Ambrisentan is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 12 prescriptions for Letairis, about 62% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $12,980.57 per fill, versus $12,893.54 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
This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 12 prescriptions for Methylphenidate Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $24.00 per fill, versus $20.74 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
Roflumilast 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).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 12 prescriptions for Roflumilast, about 35% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $31.92 per fill, versus $75.43 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
Salmeterol is used as a long-term (maintenance) treatment to prevent or decrease wheezing and trouble breathing caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 12 prescriptions for Serevent Diskus, about 87% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $416.79 per fill, versus $527.40 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 certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 11 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 33% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $3.04 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
Selexipag is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension-PAH).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mendoza wrote 11 prescriptions for Uptravi, about 24% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $24,437.07 per fill, versus $23,743.87 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. Mendoza’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Mendoza prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Mendoza's most prescribed medications were Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (1,066), Breo Ellipta (570) and Trelegy Ellipta (472).
How does Dr. Mendoza's prescribing compare with other South Carolina prescribers?
Of the 43 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Mendoza prescribes 16 more often than the typical South Carolina prescriber, 10 about as often and 17 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Mendoza 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 South Carolina 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.
