MICHAEL SCOTT MCLEOD MD
Prescription History 1871574418
Family Medicine in Troy, NC
What does Dr. Mcleod prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Mcleod wrote 19,371 Medicare prescriptions for 199 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 964 prescriptions for 243 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. Mcleod prescribes.
Medications 199 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 964 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 5.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (179). Medicare paid $7.37 per fill, versus $9.41 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 805 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 6.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $8.69 per fill, versus $11.22 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 767 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 5.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $5.92 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 765 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 7.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $10.42 per fill, versus $13.28 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 688 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 6.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $4.46 per fill, versus $6.57 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 527 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 3.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $6.26 per fill, versus $9.86 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 476 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 4.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $15.73 per fill, versus $15.37 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 381 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 6.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $15.39 per fill, versus $15.33 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 366 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 4.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $12.51 per fill, versus $13.02 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 356 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 5.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.62 per fill, versus $8.42 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 302 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 5.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $15.18 per fill, versus $21.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 289 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 5.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $10.58 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 277 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 3.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $3.75 per fill, versus $4.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 273 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 4.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $28.65 per fill, versus $28.29 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 255 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 3.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $5.35 per fill, versus $8.65 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 250 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 4.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $4.87 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 247 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $9.17 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 244 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 3.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $22.37 per fill, versus $21.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 228 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 2.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $848.66 per fill, versus $835.47 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 216 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $24.68 per fill, versus $28.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 213 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 5.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.00 per fill, versus $7.65 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 207 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 3.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $4.21 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 206 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 4.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $5.23 per fill, versus $8.27 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 200 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 4.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.71 per fill, versus $22.49 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 194 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 3.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.35 per fill, versus $10.90 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 190 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 3.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,033.87 per fill, versus $973.00 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 depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 189 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 4.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $6.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 179 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $2.63 per fill, versus $4.14 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 179 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $10.32 per fill, versus $11.79 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 179 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $14.88 per fill, versus $17.71 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 177 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $4.60 per fill, versus $6.24 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 172 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 3.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $10.90 per fill, versus $19.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 169 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 2.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $17.53 per fill, versus $16.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 168 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 3.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $23.19 per fill, versus $22.19 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 168 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.05 per fill, versus $7.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 162 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $7.15 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 162 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 3.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $3.56 per fill, versus $4.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 157 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 3.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1,327.09 per fill, versus $1,227.19 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 155 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $8.53 per fill, versus $8.90 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 154 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 2.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.84 per fill, versus $7.93 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 146 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $7.00 per fill, versus $9.16 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 143 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 2.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.38 per fill, versus $8.09 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 138 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $3.22 per fill, versus $4.85 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 136 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,283.49 per fill, versus $1,201.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 134 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 2.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.35 per fill, versus $13.53 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 134 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 3.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $7.93 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 132 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.40 per fill, versus $9.21 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 127 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.40 per fill, versus $9.52 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 126 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 3.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $161.04 per fill, versus $118.49 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 123 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $1,237.90 per fill, versus $1,259.98 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 123 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 2.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $6.31 per fill, versus $7.79 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 116 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $28.75 per fill, versus $60.31 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 112 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.98 per fill, versus $8.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 111 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $12.49 per fill, versus $12.87 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 105 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $8.86 per fill, versus $12.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 102 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about 4.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.07 per fill, versus $38.50 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 98 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 2.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $21.57 per fill, versus $23.08 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 97 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 3.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $14.57 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
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 93 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 2.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.87 per fill, versus $50.92 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 93 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 2.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.98 per fill, versus $16.24 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 91 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 2.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $13.44 per fill, versus $20.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 90 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.72 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 90 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 2.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $683.48 per fill, versus $898.41 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 87 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 2.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $26.72 per fill, versus $34.77 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 87 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.32 per fill, versus $6.29 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 85 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $9.40 per fill, versus $9.06 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
Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 85 prescriptions for Solifenacin Succinate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $28.57 per fill, versus $33.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 81 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 2.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $12.81 per fill, versus $12.51 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 75 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.87 per fill, versus $9.97 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 74 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 2.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $20.59 per fill, versus $20.56 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 73 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.56 per fill, versus $12.36 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 71 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.88 per fill, versus $10.33 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 68 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 2.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.99 per fill, versus $14.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 68 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 2.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $65.92 per fill, versus $65.62 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 67 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $14.38 per fill, versus $17.30 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 64 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.51 per fill, versus $12.84 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
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 63 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 1.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $605.95 per fill, versus $618.02 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 62 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $19.36 per fill, versus $28.36 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 62 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.19 per fill, versus $10.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 62 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $35.16 per fill, versus $32.24 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 61 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.61 per fill, versus $9.06 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 60 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $9.32 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 used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 59 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.19 per fill, versus $15.56 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 57 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.25 per fill, versus $14.12 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 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 56 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $896.39 per fill, versus $813.28 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 55 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 1.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.29 per fill, versus $19.03 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 55 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $12.29 per fill, versus $11.13 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 55 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $6.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 54 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 1.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $499.58 per fill, versus $542.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 54 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $41.50 per fill, versus $43.12 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 53 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.4 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $96.67 per fill, versus $80.23 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 51 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 2.1 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.40 per fill, versus $17.97 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 51 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.08 per fill, versus $10.62 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 49 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $6.72 per fill, versus $12.29 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 used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 49 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $25.61 per fill, versus $21.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 49 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $39.49 per fill, versus $16.58 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
Lovastatin 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 47 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $9.56 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 medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 46 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 1.8 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $13.18 per fill, versus $17.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 45 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 74% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $37.00 per fill, versus $31.41 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 45 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $15.56 per fill, versus $19.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 44 prescriptions for Primidone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $19.69 per fill, versus $22.00 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 42 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $21.14 per fill, versus $22.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 41 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.89 per fill, versus $6.30 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 40 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.90 per fill, versus $9.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 40 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.81 per fill, versus $15.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 40 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate Er, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $46.29 per fill, versus $48.63 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 39 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.49 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 38 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.85 per fill, versus $8.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 38 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.09 per fill, versus $12.57 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
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 37 prescriptions for Synjardy Xr, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $912.33 per fill, versus $957.47 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 35 prescriptions for Baclofen, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $10.48 per fill, versus $16.95 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 35 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 1.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $16.02 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 35 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $25.22 per fill, versus $29.05 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 seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 34 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 61% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $33.25 per fill, versus $40.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 34 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $14.79 per fill, versus $11.22 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
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 33 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $575.00 per fill, versus $498.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 33 prescriptions for Topiramate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.07 per fill, versus $10.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 32 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $26.28 per fill, versus $28.17 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 32 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 1.7 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $38.00 per fill, versus $63.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 31 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $7.29 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 31 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.09 per fill, versus $11.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 31 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $25.30 per fill, versus $34.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 30 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 1.5 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $10.26 per fill, versus $16.68 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 30 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $4.71 per fill, versus $11.06 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
This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 29 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $35.70 per fill, versus $25.69 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 or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 28 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $30.94 per fill, versus $47.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 28 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.82 per fill, versus $8.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 27 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $22.43 per fill, versus $24.06 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 27 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $320.74 per fill, versus $299.43 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 26 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $62.33 per fill, versus $35.53 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 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $172.28 per fill, versus $147.46 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 24 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.98 per fill, versus $8.97 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 24 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.75 per fill, versus $21.29 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 used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 24 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 77% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $22.16 per fill, versus $29.63 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
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 23 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $33.05 per fill, versus $48.70 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
This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 23 prescriptions for Dutasteride, about 74% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $15.62 per fill, versus $26.46 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 23 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $9.20 per fill, versus $20.83 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
This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 23 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $52.80 per fill, versus $69.36 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 help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 22 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about 68% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $69.68 per fill, versus $121.02 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 22 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $4.36 per fill, versus $12.39 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
Indomethacin is used to relieve pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis, gout, bursitis, and tendonitis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 22 prescriptions for Indomethacin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $22.05 per fill, versus $13.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 22 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $23.69 per fill, versus $29.22 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 22 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $21.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 21 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 65% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $41.40 per fill, versus $32.79 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 21 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $13.63 per fill, versus $17.12 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 20 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 83% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $14.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 20 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 85% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $13.34 per fill, versus $28.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 20 prescriptions for Dropsafe Prep Pads, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $2.15 per fill, versus $3.04 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 20 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $4.36 per fill, versus $8.57 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
Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 20 prescriptions for Isosorbide Dinitrate, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $56.89 per fill, versus $55.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 20 prescriptions for Risperidone, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.03 per fill, versus $15.57 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
Galantamine is used to treat mild to moderate confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 19 prescriptions for Galantamine Er, about 64% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $130.84 per fill, versus $80.21 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
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Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 19 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,046.41 per fill, versus $783.57 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 18 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $9.45 per fill, versus $5.72 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 18 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $21.31 per fill, versus $40.87 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 contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 18 prescriptions for Suboxone, about 62% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $530.97 per fill, versus $517.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 18 prescriptions for Synjardy, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $1,028.39 per fill, versus $821.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 18 prescriptions for Tiadylt Er, about as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $27.33 per fill, versus $26.11 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 18 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about 60% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,473.00 per fill, versus $1,069.58 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 17 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 77% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $10.18 per fill, versus $18.04 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
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 17 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 19% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $88.94 per fill, versus $34.63 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 17 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 41% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.73 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 17 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 87% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $44.82 per fill, versus $24.42 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 17 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $108.97 per fill, versus $121.51 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 16 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $24.27 per fill, versus $18.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azathioprine is used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney transplant.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 16 prescriptions for Azathioprine, about 63% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $17.38 per fill, versus $46.21 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 16 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.85 per fill, versus $8.57 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 16 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.38 per fill, versus $19.47 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 16 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 32% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.03 per fill, versus $17.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 16 prescriptions for Lubiprostone, about 70% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $124.04 per fill, versus $107.58 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
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 16 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 16% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $12.35 per fill, versus $20.50 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 15 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 36% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $881.63 per fill, versus $757.84 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 15 prescriptions for Lantus, about 74% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $61.90 per fill, versus $113.20 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 15 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.34 per fill, versus $13.56 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 medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 14 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.12 per fill, versus $7.96 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 14 prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.06 per fill, versus $14.89 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
Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 14 prescriptions for Prolia, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,678.11 per fill, versus $1,726.09 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 13 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $4.96 per fill, versus $49.10 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 a hormone (estrogen).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 13 prescriptions for Estradiol (Once Weekly), about 80% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $59.82 per fill, versus $70.63 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
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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 13 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $19.65 per fill, versus $21.08 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 13 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $14.01 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
Armodafinil reduces extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders, such as periods of stopped breathing during sleep (obstructive sleep apnea).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Armodafinil, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $99.33 per fill, versus $64.50 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 35% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $2.13 per fill, versus $6.75 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $13.40 per fill, versus $22.20 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.53 per fill, versus $8.31 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 40% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $185.65 per fill, versus $210.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.74 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
Prasugrel is used with aspirin by patients with heart disease (recent heart attack, unstable angina) who undergo a certain heart procedure (angioplasty).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Prasugrel Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $17.50 per fill, versus $52.62 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 medicated gel contains testosterone.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Testosterone, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $139.72 per fill, versus $150.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Varenicline is used by adults to help stop smoking.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 12 prescriptions for Varenicline Tartrate, about 65% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $247.55 per fill, versus $239.84 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
Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Cholestyramine, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $22.66 per fill, versus $80.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Dilantin, about 65% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $217.28 per fill, versus $180.32 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 33% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.85 per fill, versus $7.96 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
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $129.95 per fill, versus $62.47 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $10.48 per fill, versus $33.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.39 per fill, versus $18.77 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
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 39% as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.97 per fill, versus $55.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail).
Compared with North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.17 per fill, versus $11.04 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 North Carolina prescribers
Dr. Mcleod wrote 11 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about half as often as the typical North Carolina prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $3.45 per fill, versus $19.07 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. Mcleod’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Mcleod prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Mcleod's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (964), Rosuvastatin Calcium (805) and Amlodipine Besylate (767).
How does Dr. Mcleod's prescribing compare with other North Carolina prescribers?
Of the 199 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Mcleod prescribes 102 more often than the typical North Carolina prescriber, 44 about as often and 53 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Mcleod 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 North Carolina prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
