MRS. DESNI L DANTONE PA-C
Prescription History 1861494635
Physician Assistant - Medical in Bedford, PA
What does Desni Dantone prescribe?
In 2024, Desni Dantone wrote 2,734 Medicare prescriptions for 79 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 147 prescriptions for 37 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 Desni Dantone prescribes.
Medications 79 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 147 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 68% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (217). Medicare paid $9.41 per fill, versus $12.25 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 140 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $5.43 per fill, versus $7.55 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 127 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 82% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $5.31 per fill, versus $6.63 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 109 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 62% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $8.40 per fill, versus $10.98 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 86 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $17.67 per fill, versus $14.77 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 86 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $12.24 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 81 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $8.78 per fill, versus $11.18 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 74 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $8.07 per fill, versus $8.60 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 72 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $9.13 per fill, versus $13.87 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 70 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $22.94 per fill, versus $23.41 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 68 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $12.67 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 65 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $13.79 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 is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 58 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 74% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $3.83 per fill, versus $4.25 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 56 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 81% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $24.32 per fill, versus $32.33 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 48 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $10.89 per fill, versus $16.32 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 47 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $639.27 per fill, versus $796.82 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 47 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 82% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.16 per fill, versus $14.69 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 45 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $3.21 per fill, versus $4.95 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 44 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 64% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $19.59 per fill, versus $22.50 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 40 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $13.34 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 40 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 66% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $632.30 per fill, versus $952.57 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 38 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $14.51 per fill, versus $7.03 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 medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 38 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 30% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $21.15 per fill, versus $15.71 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 36 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $14.36 per fill, versus $14.22 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 35 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $5.46 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 34 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $14.59 per fill, versus $25.57 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 33 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $5.94 per fill, versus $7.17 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 32 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $5.96 per fill, versus $10.05 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 31 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $3.08 per fill, versus $7.62 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 30 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $9.87 per fill, versus $12.00 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 30 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $19.57 per fill, versus $16.44 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 30 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.99 per fill, versus $13.95 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 30 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.18 per fill, versus $8.85 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 28 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $3.31 per fill, versus $4.09 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 anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 26 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $21.45 per fill, versus $13.30 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 26 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.44 per fill, versus $14.42 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 81% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $203.15 per fill, versus $164.89 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 25 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,254.16 per fill, versus $1,230.18 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 25 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $638.97 per fill, versus $791.09 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 24 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $230.59 per fill, versus $113.34 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 24 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.37 per fill, versus $8.05 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 24 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,328.70 per fill, versus $1,230.71 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 22 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 26% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $5.90 per fill, versus $9.83 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 22 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $22.57 per fill, versus $13.08 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 20 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.10 per fill, versus $11.29 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 19 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.16 per fill, versus $26.87 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 19 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $4.55 per fill, versus $7.50 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 19 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 66% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.53 per fill, versus $10.36 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 19 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.43 per fill, versus $13.68 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 18 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.23 per fill, versus $29.71 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 17 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 28% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $8.32 per fill, versus $13.03 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
Fenofibrate 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 17 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 70% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.55 per fill, versus $35.10 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 17 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.77 per fill, versus $13.86 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 17 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 73% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $16.47 per fill, versus $14.99 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 16 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.82 per fill, versus $14.13 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 16 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $6.77 per fill, versus $6.56 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 16 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 60% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.66 per fill, versus $10.36 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 15 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $28.39 per fill, versus $18.41 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 15 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.94 per fill, versus $27.31 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 15 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $36.09 per fill, versus $40.37 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 15 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.34 per fill, versus $10.41 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 14 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,236.93 per fill, versus $877.86 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 14 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.91 per fill, versus $16.80 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 14 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 27% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $4.90 per fill, versus $4.47 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 14 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $14.96 per fill, versus $14.88 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 13 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1.47 per fill, versus $15.32 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 13 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.14 per fill, versus $16.56 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
Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 13 prescriptions for Methenamine Hippurate, about 33% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $78.84 per fill, versus $63.75 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 hormones: an estrogen (such as conjugated estrogen, estradiol) and a progestin (such as medroxyprogesterone, norethindrone, norgestimate).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 13 prescriptions for Prempro, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $219.30 per fill, versus $349.67 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 13 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.95 per fill, versus $21.44 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 13 prescriptions for Wellbutrin Xl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (13). Medicare paid $2,541.83 per fill, versus $2,565.81 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 12 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $370.38 per fill, versus $554.61 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 12 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 22% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $35.25 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
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 12 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $13.01 per fill, versus $30.37 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 12 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $17.22 per fill, versus $12.62 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 11 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 23% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $3.40 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 11 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.71 per fill, versus $5.49 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 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 11 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 60% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $470.84 per fill, versus $563.96 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Desni Dantone wrote 11 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $15.42 per fill, versus $19.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Desni Dantone’s prescriptions
What does Desni Dantone prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Desni Dantone's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (147), Lisinopril (140) and Amlodipine Besylate (127).
How does Desni Dantone's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 79 medications with a state comparison, Desni Dantone prescribes 17 about as often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber and 62 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Desni Dantone 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 Pennsylvania 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.
