ANNE VALAAS-TURNER MD
Prescription History 1861547713
Pediatrics in Richfield, MN
What does Dr. Valaas-Turner prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 1,687 Medicare prescriptions for 50 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 227 prescriptions for 68 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. Valaas-Turner prescribes.
Medications 50 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. Valaas-Turner wrote 227 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $13.97 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 107 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 86% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $7.49 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
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 96 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 86% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $12.50 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 84 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 67% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $10.25 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 67 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $15.05 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 64 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 89% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $3.91 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
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 58 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $15.43 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 52 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $10.03 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 51 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $13.84 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 51 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $25.05 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
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 49 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $15.88 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. Valaas-Turner wrote 47 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 74% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $14.59 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
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 47 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $18.17 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.
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 44 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.12 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 43 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $20.91 per fill, versus $15.81 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 medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 42 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $13.74 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 31 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 75% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $18.89 per fill, versus $16.49 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
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Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 27 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $9.92 per fill, versus $6.85 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 25 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $15.15 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 23 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $21.68 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 medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 23 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $26.88 per fill, versus $36.60 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
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 23 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 27% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $7.74 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 22 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $9.28 per fill, versus $9.53 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 21 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 42% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $11.27 per fill, versus $13.75 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
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 21 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 29% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $7.87 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 20 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.64 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 19 prescriptions for Dulera, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $329.82 per fill, versus $421.86 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 18 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 33% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.51 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 17 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 31% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.26 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 17 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 67% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $19.57 per fill, versus $27.08 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 16 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.40 per fill, versus $11.92 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 medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 16 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $680.15 per fill, versus $619.69 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 15 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $2.62 per fill, versus $15.61 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 13 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $28.09 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 13 prescriptions for Synthroid, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $72.27 per fill, versus $75.57 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 13 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $19.22 per fill, versus $21.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 13 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $21.64 per fill, versus $28.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to 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. Valaas-Turner wrote 13 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 24% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $24.96 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 12 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 28% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $21.71 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
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 12 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 28% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1.41 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.05 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.26 per fill, versus $15.85 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 12 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.87 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 12 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $11.58 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
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 29% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.86 per fill, versus $22.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 11 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 25% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $34.21 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 11 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 27% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $16.54 per fill, versus $9.69 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 11 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 26% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $51.53 per fill, versus $20.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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. Valaas-Turner wrote 11 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 25% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $2,573.96 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.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Valaas-Turner wrote 11 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle, about 61% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $66.00 per fill, versus $93.06 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. Valaas-Turner’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Valaas-Turner prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Valaas-Turner's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (227), Amlodipine Besylate (107) and Losartan Potassium (96).
How does Dr. Valaas-Turner's prescribing compare with other Minnesota prescribers?
Of the 50 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Valaas-Turner prescribes 1 more often than the typical Minnesota prescriber, 9 about as often and 40 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Valaas-Turner 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 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.
