PAUL M ALTRICHTER M.D.
Prescription History 1861471021
Family Medicine in Rochester, MN
What does Dr. Altrichter prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Altrichter wrote 2,186 Medicare prescriptions for 66 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 248 prescriptions for 80 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. Altrichter prescribes.
Medications 66 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 248 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $8.40 per fill, versus $13.32 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 112 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $12.32 per fill, versus $17.32 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 99 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 79% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $7.11 per fill, versus $9.39 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 84 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 68% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $6.71 per fill, versus $8.62 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 81 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $14.88 per fill, versus $15.09 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 72 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $6.54 per fill, versus $5.05 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 66 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $11.71 per fill, versus $12.27 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 63 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $10.18 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 55 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 86% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $15.23 per fill, versus $12.72 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 52 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.14 per fill, versus $12.53 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 52 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $13.47 per fill, versus $13.23 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 51 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $16.55 per fill, versus $17.84 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 50 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.00 per fill, versus $5.06 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 48 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $7.27 per fill, versus $14.95 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 45 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $10.75 per fill, versus $10.89 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 44 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $10.31 per fill, versus $11.14 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 42 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.38 per fill, versus $23.53 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 32 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 82% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.41 per fill, versus $11.47 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 31 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.25 per fill, versus $17.01 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 30 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $89.92 per fill, versus $26.36 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 30 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $1,402.74 per fill, versus $925.49 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 medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 30 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $13.42 per fill, versus $11.24 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 29 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $15.78 per fill, versus $14.48 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 to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 27 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 64% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $25.29 per fill, versus $25.72 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 26 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $5.23 per fill, versus $11.84 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 26 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 75% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $18.94 per fill, versus $20.12 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 25 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $52.06 per fill, versus $37.48 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 25 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 34% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $5.41 per fill, versus $6.10 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 25 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 64% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $160.17 per fill, versus $124.57 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 24 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.37 per fill, versus $11.00 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 23 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $5.86 per fill, versus $8.69 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
This medication is used to prevent people who have been addicted to certain drugs (opiates) from taking them again.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 23 prescriptions for Naltrexone Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $53.26 per fill, versus $49.97 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 22 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $7.70 per fill, versus $12.12 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 22 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $11.95 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 20 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 76% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $18.70 per fill, versus $16.30 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 20 prescriptions for Ozempic, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,440.08 per fill, versus $1,265.25 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 20 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.74 per fill, versus $10.01 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 medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 19 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.55 per fill, versus $7.04 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 19 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.52 per fill, versus $6.46 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
PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 18 prescriptions for Gavilyte-G, about 38% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $18.94 per fill, versus $19.57 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 18 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.92 per fill, versus $10.28 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
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 17 prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $68.59 per fill, versus $67.58 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 17 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,154.94 per fill, versus $1,217.28 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 16 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $3.98 per fill, versus $13.43 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 16 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 16% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $14.92 per fill, versus $14.15 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 16 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $863.41 per fill, versus $1,036.25 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 16 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.26 per fill, versus $12.16 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 15 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $8.36 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 15 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $17.98 per fill, versus $25.39 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 15 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 34% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $27.82 per fill, versus $14.82 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 14 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.52 per fill, versus $27.78 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 14 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.86 per fill, versus $17.02 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 14 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $78.65 per fill, versus $28.98 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.58 per fill, versus $14.19 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 chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 13 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.97 per fill, versus $10.49 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 13 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 34% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $26.01 per fill, versus $21.20 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
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 12 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 20% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $87.00 per fill, versus $44.01 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 12 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 40% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $40.28 per fill, versus $35.70 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 12 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 29% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,354.84 per fill, versus $1,040.12 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
This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 12 prescriptions for Mesalamine, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $60.81 per fill, versus $574.58 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 11 prescriptions for Advair Hfa, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $611.78 per fill, versus $455.24 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 11 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 32% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $2.96 per fill, versus $3.21 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
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 11 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 28% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.40 per fill, versus $14.01 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 11 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 40% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.36 per fill, versus $10.50 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 11 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 38% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $0.53 per fill, versus $5.97 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
Pravastatin 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Altrichter wrote 11 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 28% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.25 per fill, versus $16.72 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. Altrichter’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Altrichter prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Altrichter's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (248), Metoprolol Succinate (112) and Lisinopril (99).
How does Dr. Altrichter's prescribing compare with other Minnesota prescribers?
Of the 66 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Altrichter prescribes 2 more often than the typical Minnesota prescriber, 15 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Altrichter 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 |
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| 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 Minnesota 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.
