CLEM ANTHONY CICCARELLI MD
Prescription History 1881687721
Family Medicine in New Cumberland, PA

Name: Medicare Part D prescriptions by Clem Ciccarelli (NPI 1881687721), 2023
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503 BRIDGE ST, NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070(717) 774-8400(717) 774-8607 Get Directions

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Sep 19, 2017, Jan 29, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

Medicare Part D Prescription History

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CLEM ANTHONY CICCARELLI MD, an active Family Medicine specialist practicing in New Cumberland, PA. Our medical registry currently tracks 114 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 4,647 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Atorvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 378 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.

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4,647

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Atorvastatin Calcium

Most Prescribed · 378 claims

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114 medications · 2023 Medicare Part D

Medicare Part D medications prescribed by CLEM ANTHONY CICCARELLI MD in 2023, with prescription volumes, average cost per fill, and PA state comparisons
Medication	Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023)	Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill	Vs. Other PA PrescribersVs. PA Avg
Atorvastatin Calcium	378	$18.90	▲ More than typical
About Atorvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2023, this provider wrote 378 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (204). Medicare paid an average of $18.90 per fill, versus $14.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 378 PA average 204.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $18.90 PA average $14.17 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 1,073.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 32,161 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Rosuvastatin Calcium	197	$29.37▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Rosuvastatin Calcium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details. A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES. In 2023, this provider wrote 197 Medicare prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (96). Medicare paid an average of $29.37 per fill, versus $30.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 197 PA average 96.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $29.37 PA average $30.45 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 574.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 17,190 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Levothyroxine Sodium	163	$14.11▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Levothyroxine Sodium: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 163 Medicare prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (171). Medicare paid an average of $14.11 per fill, versus $16.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 163 PA average 171.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.11 PA average $16.47 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 442.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Gabapentin	143	$24.06	▲ More than typical
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 143 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (97). Medicare paid an average of $24.06 per fill, versus $21.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 143 PA average 97.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $24.06 PA average $21.72 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 264.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,565 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Omeprazole	133	$12.67▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 133 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (109). Medicare paid an average of $12.67 per fill, versus $14.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 133 PA average 109.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.67 PA average $14.36 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 359.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,751 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amlodipine Besylate	132	$12.25	≈ Typical
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 132 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 89% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (149). Medicare paid an average of $12.25 per fill, versus $7.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 132 PA average 149.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.25 PA average $7.48 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 335.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 10,065 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pantoprazole Sodium	112	$16.03▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2023, this provider wrote 112 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (96). Medicare paid an average of $16.03 per fill, versus $16.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 112 PA average 96.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $16.03 PA average $16.43 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 248.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,450 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lisinopril	109	$10.63	≈ Typical
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2023, this provider wrote 109 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 81% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (135). Medicare paid an average of $10.63 per fill, versus $8.19 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 109 PA average 135.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.63 PA average $8.19 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 298.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,939 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Clonazepam	100	$6.13▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 100 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $6.13 per fill, versus $8.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 100 PA average 56.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.13 PA average $8.58 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 137.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,090 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Escitalopram Oxalate	98	$16.46▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 98 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $16.46 per fill, versus $17.79 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 98 PA average 64.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $16.46 PA average $17.79 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 212 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,337 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
EliquisApixaban	97	$895.43	≈ Typical
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 97 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (92). Medicare paid an average of $895.43 per fill, versus $730.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 97 PA average 92.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $895.43 PA average $730.59 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 160 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,751 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Metoprolol Succinate	96	$21.28	≈ Typical
About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 96 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 81% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (118). Medicare paid an average of $21.28 per fill, versus $19.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 96 PA average 118.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.28 PA average $19.61 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 259.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,779 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Carvedilol	95	$7.66▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Carvedilol: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers. A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2023, this provider wrote 95 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $7.66 per fill, versus $11.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 95 PA average 63.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $7.66 PA average $11.51 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 214 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,397 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Tamsulosin Hcl	78	$28.86	≈ Typical
About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 78 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 85% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (92). Medicare paid an average of $28.86 per fill, versus $19.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 78 PA average 92.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $28.86 PA average $19.27 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 177 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,295 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Furosemide	78	$6.08	≈ Typical
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2023, this provider wrote 78 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about 81% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (96). Medicare paid an average of $6.08 per fill, versus $5.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 78 PA average 96.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.08 PA average $5.88 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 196 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,865 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Olmesartan Medoxomil	75	$26.01▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Olmesartan Medoxomil: Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Olmesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to manage HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 2.7 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $26.01 per fill, versus $31.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 75 PA average 28.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $26.01 PA average $31.01 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 209 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,270 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Losartan Potassium	75	$12.79▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. In 2023, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 71% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (105). Medicare paid an average of $12.79 per fill, versus $13.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 75 PA average 105.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.79 PA average $13.26 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 169 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,045 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Montelukast Sodium	71	$27.18	▲ More than typical
About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. In 2023, this provider wrote 71 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $27.18 per fill, versus $17.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 71 PA average 56.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $27.18 PA average $17.17 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 195 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,850 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Prednisone	69	$3.20▼ below PA avg	▲ More than typical
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2023, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $3.20 per fill, versus $5.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 69 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $3.20 PA average $5.96 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 71 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 753 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
TrulicityDulaglutide	68	$2,023.42	▲ More than typical
About Trulicity: Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 68 Medicare prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $2,023.42 per fill, versus $1,235.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 68 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $2,023.42 PA average $1,235.23 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 142.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,208 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
JardianceEmpagliflozin	66	$1,171.06	▲ More than typical
About Jardiance: Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2023, this provider wrote 66 Medicare prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $1,171.06 per fill, versus $939.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 66 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,171.06 PA average $939.26 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 130 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,900 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate	62	$45.01▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. Show more ▾ It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2023, this provider wrote 62 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (59). Medicare paid an average of $45.01 per fill, versus $49.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 62 PA average 59.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $45.01 PA average $49.09 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 108.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,039 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
ClopidogrelClopidogrel Bisulfate	62	$17.26	≈ Typical
About Clopidogrel: 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). Show more ▾ It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION. In 2023, this provider wrote 62 Medicare prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (62). Medicare paid an average of $17.26 per fill, versus $15.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 62 PA average 62.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $17.26 PA average $15.22 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 180.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Celecoxib	62	$55.10	▲ More than typical
About Celecoxib: This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). Show more ▾ It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling. A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN. In 2023, this provider wrote 62 Medicare prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $55.10 per fill, versus $51.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 62 PA average 35.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $55.10 PA average $51.44 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 96 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,858 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Metformin Hcl	57	$15.17	▼ Less than typical
About Metformin Hcl: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2023, this provider wrote 57 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (106). Medicare paid an average of $15.17 per fill, versus $9.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 57 PA average 106.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.17 PA average $9.38 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 161.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,840 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Mirtazapine	56	$32.82	≈ Typical
About Mirtazapine: Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders. In 2023, this provider wrote 56 Medicare prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (54). Medicare paid an average of $32.82 per fill, versus $20.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 56 PA average 54.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $32.82 PA average $20.50 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 110 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,300 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Sertraline Hcl	53	$9.23▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 53 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 67% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (79). Medicare paid an average of $9.23 per fill, versus $10.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 53 PA average 79.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.23 PA average $10.96 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 129 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,870 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Allopurinol	52	$15.14	≈ Typical
About Allopurinol: Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems. A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms. In 2023, this provider wrote 52 Medicare prescriptions for Allopurinol, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (50). Medicare paid an average of $15.14 per fill, versus $14.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 52 PA average 50.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.14 PA average $14.17 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 157 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Metoprolol Tartrate	48	$11.15	▼ Less than typical
About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 48 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (86). Medicare paid an average of $11.15 per fill, versus $8.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 48 PA average 86.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.15 PA average $8.36 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 120.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,594 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Trazodone Hcl	47	$32.30	▼ Less than typical
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 73% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (64). Medicare paid an average of $32.30 per fill, versus $11.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 47 PA average 64.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $32.30 PA average $11.62 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 91 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,730 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Duloxetine Hcl	47	$44.90	≈ Typical
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 81% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $44.90 per fill, versus $43.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 47 PA average 58.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $44.90 PA average $43.43 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 79 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,370 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fluconazole	44	$18.61	▲ More than typical
About Fluconazole: Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of common types of vaginal yeast (fungus). This medication belongs to a class of drugs called azole antifungals. Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS. In 2023, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $18.61 per fill, versus $13.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 44 PA average 20.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $18.61 PA average $13.15 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,183 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Famotidine	43	$21.96	▲ More than typical
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2023, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $21.96 per fill, versus $10.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 43 PA average 33.0 This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.96 PA average $10.26 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 82.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,453 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Spironolactone	42	$18.27	≈ Typical
About Spironolactone: Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic). A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827) In 2023, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Spironolactone, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (41). Medicare paid an average of $18.27 per fill, versus $11.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 42 PA average 41.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $18.27 PA average $11.39 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 116 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Glimepiride	40	$15.20▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Glimepiride: Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glimepiride belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. Alkaloids derived from TYRAMINE combined with 3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde via a norbelladine pathway, including GALANTAMINE, lycorine and crinine. They are found in the AMARYLLIDACEAE plant family. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Glimepiride, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $15.20 per fill, versus $15.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 40 PA average 44.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.20 PA average $15.24 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 74 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,209 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Ezetimibe	38	$42.46▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Ezetimibe: Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as statins or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks. An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS. In 2023, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 86% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $42.46 per fill, versus $68.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 38 PA average 44.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $42.46 PA average $68.13 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 100 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,000 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pregabalin	37	$34.18▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Pregabalin: This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures). A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 37 Medicare prescriptions for Pregabalin, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $34.18 per fill, versus $52.12 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 37 PA average 37.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $34.18 PA average $52.12 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 68.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,030 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Azithromycin	36	$9.46	≈ Typical
About Azithromycin: This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. Show more ▾ It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis. In 2023, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Azithromycin, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $9.46 per fill, versus $8.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 36 PA average 35.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.46 PA average $8.15 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 596 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
SynthroidLevothyroxine Sodium	35	$55.13▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Synthroid: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2023, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Synthroid, about 80% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $55.13 per fill, versus $70.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 35 PA average 44.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $55.13 PA average $70.80 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 101 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,030 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Potassium Chloride	35	$21.79▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Potassium Chloride: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (70). Medicare paid an average of $21.79 per fill, versus $30.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 35 PA average 70.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $21.79 PA average $30.86 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 53 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,551 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Hydrochlorothiazide	34	$5.78	▼ Less than typical
About Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (79). Medicare paid an average of $5.78 per fill, versus $5.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 34 PA average 79.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $5.78 PA average $5.29 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 92 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,760 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Hydrocodone-AcetaminophenHydrocodone/Acetaminophen	34	$23.60	▼ Less than typical
About Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (61). Medicare paid an average of $23.60 per fill, versus $21.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 34 PA average 61.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $23.60 PA average $21.32 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 751 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Trelegy ElliptaFluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter	32	$883.35	▼ Less than typical
About Trelegy Ellipta: 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). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 3 medications: fluticasone, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics and vilanterol is a LABA medication. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination products containing both an inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with two asthma-control medications (such as inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 60% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (53). Medicare paid an average of $883.35 per fill, versus $788.36 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 32 PA average 53.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $883.35 PA average $788.36 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 46 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lorazepam	31	$2.76▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). Show more ▾ It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain. A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $2.76 per fill, versus $7.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 31 PA average 63.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $2.76 PA average $7.71 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 31.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 421 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Esomeprazole Magnesium	28	$43.56▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Esomeprazole Magnesium: Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. The S-isomer of omeprazole. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $43.56 per fill, versus $94.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 28 PA average 26.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $43.56 PA average $94.30 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 68 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,040 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Atenolol	26	$5.72▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Atenolol: Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $5.72 per fill, versus $9.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 26 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $5.72 PA average $9.51 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 72 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Hydroxyzine Hcl	26	$9.52▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Hydroxyzine Hcl: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 87% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $9.52 per fill, versus $19.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 26 PA average 30.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.52 PA average $19.71 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 924 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Topiramate	25	$11.67▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Topiramate: Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Topiramate, about 68% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $11.67 per fill, versus $17.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 25 PA average 37.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.67 PA average $17.80 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 41 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,230 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Modafinil	25	$107.99▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Modafinil: Modafinil reduces extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders, such as periods of stopped breathing during sleep (obstructive sleep apnea). Show more ▾ It is also used to help you stay awake during work hours if you have a work schedule that keeps you from having a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder). This medication does not cure these sleep disorders and may not get rid of all your sleepiness. Modafinil does not take the place of getting enough sleep. It should not be used to treat tiredness or hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. It is not known how modafinil works to keep you awake. It is thought to work by affecting certain substances in the brain that control the sleep/wake cycle. A benzhydryl acetamide compound, central nervous system stimulant, and CYP3A4 inducing agent that is used in the treatment of NARCOLEPSY and SLEEP WAKE DISORDERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Modafinil, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $107.99 per fill, versus $174.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 25 PA average 21.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $107.99 PA average $174.53 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Isosorbide Mononitrate ErIsosorbide Mononitrate	25	$28.99	▼ Less than typical
About Isosorbide Mononitrate Er: Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). Show more ▾ This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. Also, it is not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise or sexual intercourse) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be prescribed by your doctor for these conditions. Consult your doctor for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $28.99 per fill, versus $18.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 25 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $28.99 PA average $18.15 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,400 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
OzempicSemaglutide	24	$1,551.22	▼ Less than typical
About Ozempic: Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Ozempic, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $1,551.22 per fill, versus $1,290.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 24 PA average 44.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,551.22 PA average $1,290.38 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,154 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Meloxicam	24	$6.83	▼ Less than typical
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain. A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $6.83 per fill, versus $5.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 24 PA average 49.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.83 PA average $5.76 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 54 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,605 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Ciprofloxacin Hcl	23	$6.04▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Ciprofloxacin Hcl: This medication is used to treat eye infections. Show more ▾ Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 85% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $6.04 per fill, versus $6.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 23 PA average 27.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.04 PA average $6.64 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 228 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fluoxetine Hcl	23	$42.61	▼ Less than typical
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Show more ▾ Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $42.61 per fill, versus $14.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 23 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $42.61 PA average $14.42 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 63.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,910 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pravastatin Sodium	23	$11.34▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Pravastatin Sodium: 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. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES). In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (56). Medicare paid an average of $11.34 per fill, versus $17.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 23 PA average 56.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.34 PA average $17.27 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 70 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,100 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Oxycodone Hcl	22	$9.74▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Oxycodone Hcl: This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (54). Medicare paid an average of $9.74 per fill, versus $22.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 22 PA average 54.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.74 PA average $22.66 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 357 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fluticasone Propionate	22	$26.55	▼ Less than typical
About Fluticasone Propionate: Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (54). Medicare paid an average of $26.55 per fill, versus $15.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 22 PA average 54.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $26.55 PA average $15.15 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 46 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Cefdinir	22	$17.07▼ below PA avg	≈ Typical
About Cefdinir: Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Cefdinir, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $17.07 per fill, versus $18.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 22 PA average 24.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $17.07 PA average $18.73 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 220 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Finasteride	21	$18.68	▼ Less than typical
About Finasteride: Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. Show more ▾ It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication. An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Finasteride, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $18.68 per fill, versus $16.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 21 PA average 58.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $18.68 PA average $16.29 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Tramadol Hcl	21	$6.98▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Tramadol Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (52). Medicare paid an average of $6.98 per fill, versus $7.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 21 PA average 52.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $6.98 PA average $7.38 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 508 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Oxybutynin Chloride ErOxybutynin Chloride	20	$31.85▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Oxybutynin Chloride Er: This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. Show more ▾ It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida). In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $31.85 per fill, versus $40.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 20 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $31.85 PA average $40.95 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 960 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
MounjaroTirzepatide	20	$1,533.95	≈ Typical
About Mounjaro: Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. A glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor and Glucose-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist to enhance glycemic control in adults with TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $1,533.95 per fill, versus $1,200.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 20 PA average 17.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,533.95 PA average $1,200.61 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 846 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Warfarin Sodium	20	$9.05▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Warfarin Sodium: 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. Show more ▾ Preventing harmful blood clots helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Conditions that increase your risk of developing blood clots include a certain type of irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), heart valve replacement, recent heart attack, and certain surgeries (such as hip/knee replacement). Warfarin is commonly called a blood thinner, but the more correct term is anticoagulant. It helps to keep blood flowing smoothly in your body by decreasing the amount of certain substances (clotting proteins) in your blood. An anticoagulant that acts by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. Warfarin is indicated for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thrombosis and its extension, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation with embolization. It is also used as an adjunct in the prophylaxis of systemic embolism after myocardial infarction. Warfarin is also used as a rodenticide. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (53). Medicare paid an average of $9.05 per fill, versus $12.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 20 PA average 53.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.05 PA average $12.59 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 55.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,656 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Doxycycline Hyclate	20	$41.88	▼ Less than typical
About Doxycycline Hyclate: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 71% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $41.88 per fill, versus $26.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 20 PA average 28.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $41.88 PA average $26.72 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 419 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amlodipine Besylate-BenazeprilAmlodipine Besylate/Benazepril	19	$34.39	▼ Less than typical
About Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril: This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril). Show more ▾ It is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 70% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $34.39 per fill, versus $28.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 19 PA average 27.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $34.39 PA average $28.11 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 58.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,760 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Rabeprazole Sodium	19	$109.89	≈ Typical
About Rabeprazole Sodium: Rabeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Rabeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). A 4-(3-methoxypropoxy)-3-methylpyridinyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Rabeprazole Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $109.89 per fill, versus $76.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 19 PA average 17.0 This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $109.89 PA average $76.74 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,131 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)Diltiazem Hcl	19	$22.28▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd): Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $22.28 per fill, versus $42.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 19 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $22.28 PA average $42.14 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Pramipexole DihydrochloridePramipexole Di-Hcl	19	$27.49	▼ Less than typical
About Pramipexole Dihydrochloride: Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 73% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $27.49 per fill, versus $19.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 19 PA average 26.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $27.49 PA average $19.44 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 55 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,642 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Alfuzosin Hcl ErAlfuzosin Hcl	19	$33.79	▼ Less than typical
About Alfuzosin Hcl Er: Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Alfuzosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $33.79 per fill, versus $31.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 19 PA average 43.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $33.79 PA average $31.43 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 49.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Primidone	18	$53.76	▼ Less than typical
About Primidone: This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures. Show more ▾ Controlling and reducing seizures lets you do more of your normal daily activities, reduces your risk of harm when you lose consciousness, and lessens your risk for a possibly life-threatening condition of frequent, repeated seizures. Primidone belongs to a class of drugs known as barbiturate anticonvulsants. It works by controlling the abnormal electrical activity in the brain that occurs during a seizure. A barbiturate derivative that acts as a GABA modulator and anti-epileptic agent. It is partly metabolized to PHENOBARBITAL in the body and owes some of its actions to this metabolite. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Primidone, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $53.76 per fill, versus $27.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 18 PA average 31.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $53.76 PA average $27.37 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 810 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Quetiapine Fumarate	18	$23.62▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Quetiapine Fumarate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (66). Medicare paid an average of $23.62 per fill, versus $28.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 18 PA average 66.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $23.62 PA average $28.22 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lactulose	18	$11.51▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Lactulose: This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation. Show more ▾ It may help to increase the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days you have a bowel movement. Lactulose is a colonic acidifier that works by increasing stool water content and softening the stool. It is a man-made sugar solution. A synthetic disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887) In 2023, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Lactulose, about 62% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $11.51 per fill, versus $28.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 18 PA average 29.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.51 PA average $28.32 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 18.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 504 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl	17	$40.20▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Bupropion Xl: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $40.20 per fill, versus $44.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $40.20 PA average $44.39 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Anoro ElliptaUmeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr	17	$724.72	▼ Less than typical
About Anoro Ellipta: 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). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 2 medications: umeclidinium and vilanterol. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Vilanterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists (LABAs). Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. Umeclidinium/vilanterol is not approved to treat asthma. People with asthma using long-acting inhaled beta agonists (such as vilanterol) without also using an inhaled corticosteroid may have an increased risk of serious (sometimes fatal) breathing problems. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $724.72 per fill, versus $560.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $724.72 PA average $560.38 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 780 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Donepezil Hcl	17	$15.76▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $15.76 per fill, versus $16.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 58.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.76 PA average $16.20 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,339 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen	17	$9.99▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (52). Medicare paid an average of $9.99 per fill, versus $22.67 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 52.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $9.99 PA average $22.67 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 327 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Memantine Hcl	17	$55.79	▼ Less than typical
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 17 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $55.79 per fill, versus $49.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 17 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $55.79 PA average $49.13 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,162 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Ramipril	16	$25.06	▼ Less than typical
About Ramipril: Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Ramipril is also used to improve survival after a heart attack. It may also be used in high risk patients (such as patients with heart disease/diabetes) to help prevent heart attacks and strokes. This medication may also be used to treat heart failure in patients who have had a recent heart attack. Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. A long-acting angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor. It is a prodrug that is transformed in the liver to its active metabolite ramiprilat. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Ramipril, about 62% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $25.06 per fill, versus $15.28 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 26.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $25.06 PA average $15.28 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Nebivolol Hcl	16	$51.28▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Nebivolol Hcl: Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective ADRENERGIC BETA-1 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST (beta-blocker) that functions as a VASODILATOR through the endothelial L-arginine/ NITRIC OXIDE system. It is used to manage HYPERTENSION and chronic HEART FAILURE in elderly patients. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 73% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $51.28 per fill, versus $95.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 22.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $51.28 PA average $95.81 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,258 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Nystatin	16	$34.69	▼ Less than typical
About Nystatin: Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Show more ▾ Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus. Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about 67% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $34.69 per fill, versus $24.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $34.69 PA average $24.52 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 21.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 607 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Diclofenac Sodium	16	$65.67	▼ Less than typical
About Diclofenac Sodium: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $65.67 per fill, versus $32.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 16 PA average 43.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $65.67 PA average $32.57 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 26.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 664 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Losartan-HydrochlorothiazideLosartan/Hydrochlorothiazide	15	$10.64▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $10.64 per fill, versus $21.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 31.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $10.64 PA average $21.97 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Olanzapine	15	$12.62▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Olanzapine: Olanzapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. This medication can help to decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section. A benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Olanzapine, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (55). Medicare paid an average of $12.62 per fill, versus $29.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 55.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $12.62 PA average $29.72 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 31.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 942 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Lisinopril-HydrochlorothiazideLisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide	15	$3.83▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not continue taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $3.83 per fill, versus $10.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $3.83 PA average $10.66 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,290 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Triamcinolone Acetonide	15	$28.30	▼ Less than typical
About Triamcinolone Acetonide: This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Show more ▾ Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling. An esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $28.30 per fill, versus $11.97 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 36.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $28.30 PA average $11.97 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 23.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 583 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Mupirocin	15	$13.54	▼ Less than typical
About Mupirocin: Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). Show more ▾ It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria. A topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $13.54 per fill, versus $9.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 32.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $13.54 PA average $9.74 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 232 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Buspirone Hcl	15	$22.17	▼ Less than typical
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $22.17 per fill, versus $17.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 49.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $22.17 PA average $17.07 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Etodolac	15	$29.18▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Etodolac: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Etodolac is used to relieve pain from various conditions. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor with potent analgesic and anti-arthritic properties. It has been shown to be effective in the treatment of OSTEOARTHRITIS; RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS; and in the alleviation of postoperative pain (PAIN, POSTOPERATIVE). In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Etodolac, about 60% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $29.18 per fill, versus $46.25 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 15 PA average 25.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $29.18 PA average $46.25 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 450 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amitriptyline Hcl	14	$34.47	▼ Less than typical
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $34.47 per fill, versus $22.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 26.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $34.47 PA average $22.94 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 37 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,095 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Irbesartan	14	$70.00	▼ Less than typical
About Irbesartan: Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Irbesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. A spiro compound, biphenyl and tetrazole derivative that acts as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist. It is used in the management of HYPERTENSION, and in the treatment of kidney disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Irbesartan, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $70.00 per fill, versus $31.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $70.00 PA average $31.27 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 41.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,220 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide	14	$8.59	▼ Less than typical
About Citalopram Hbr: Citalopram is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $8.59 per fill, versus $8.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $8.59 PA average $8.10 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,060 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
SymbicortBudesonide/Formoterol Fumarate	14	$595.41	▼ Less than typical
About Symbicort: 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). Show more ▾ It contains 2 medications: budesonide and formoterol. Budesonide belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Formoterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as formoterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. See also How to Use section. A pharmaceutical preparation of budesonide and formoterol fumarate that is used as an ANTI-ASTHMATIC AGENT and for the treatment of CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Symbicort, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $595.41 per fill, versus $498.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 30.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $595.41 PA average $498.01 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 720 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
EntrestoSacubitril/Valsartan	14	$1,377.23	▼ Less than typical
About Entresto: This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure. Show more ▾ It may help you live longer and lower your chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. This product contains 2 medications: sacubitril and valsartan. Sacubitril belongs to a class of drugs called neprilysin inhibitors and valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). They work by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily, which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood to your body. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Entresto, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (49). Medicare paid an average of $1,377.23 per fill, versus $906.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 14 PA average 49.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,377.23 PA average $906.84 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 28 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 840 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Valsartan	13	$38.90▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Valsartan: Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. A tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $38.90 per fill, versus $39.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 37.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $38.90 PA average $39.04 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 974 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
VascepaIcosapent Ethyl	13	$836.32	▼ Less than typical
About Vascepa: Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications (statins such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital. Show more ▾ It is also used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) in the blood. Icosapent ethyl is a type of omega-3 fatty acid, a fat found in fish oil. It is thought to work by decreasing the amount of triglycerides made by the body. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Vascepa, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $836.32 per fill, versus $493.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $836.32 PA average $493.48 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 37 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,110 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Terbinafine Hcl	13	$16.40	▼ Less than typical
About Terbinafine Hcl: Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail). Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of fungus. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as antifungals. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Terbinafine Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $16.40 per fill, versus $16.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $16.40 PA average $16.15 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 24.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 680 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Desonide	13	$201.36	▼ Less than typical
About Desonide: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Show more ▾ Desonide reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. Desonide is a mild corticosteroid. A nonfluorinated corticosteroid anti-inflammatory agent used topically for DERMATOSES. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Desonide, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $201.36 per fill, versus $72.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 22.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $201.36 PA average $72.03 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 379 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Raloxifene Hcl	13	$39.07▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Raloxifene Hcl: Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause. Show more ▾ It slows down bone loss and helps to keep bones strong, making them less likely to break. Raloxifene may also lower the chance of getting a certain type of breast cancer (invasive breast cancer) after menopause. Raloxifene is not an estrogen hormone, but it acts like estrogen in some parts of the body, like your bones. In other parts of the body (uterus and breasts), raloxifene acts like an estrogen blocker. It does not relieve menopause symptoms such as hot flashes. Raloxifene belongs to a class of drugs known as selective estrogen receptor modulators-SERMs. This medication should not be used before menopause. It should not be used to prevent heart disease. A second generation selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) used to prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. It has estrogen agonist effects on bone and cholesterol metabolism but behaves as a complete estrogen antagonist on mammary gland and uterine tissue. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about 62% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $39.07 per fill, versus $85.53 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 21.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $39.07 PA average $85.53 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 810 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
LinzessLinaclotide	13	$1,138.57	▼ Less than typical
About Linzess: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Linzess, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $1,138.57 per fill, versus $655.66 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 33.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,138.57 PA average $655.66 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 29 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 870 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Latanoprost	13	$11.27▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Latanoprost: Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension). Show more ▾ It is similar to a natural chemical in the body (prostaglandin) and works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye which results in lower pressure. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. A prostaglandin F analog used to treat OCULAR HYPERTENSION in patients with GLAUCOMA. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 11% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (123). Medicare paid an average of $11.27 per fill, versus $18.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 123.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $11.27 PA average $18.58 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 325 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Zolpidem Tartrate	13	$2.91▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $2.91 per fill, versus $7.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 13 PA average 42.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $2.91 PA average $7.20 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 510 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amiodarone Hcl	12	$99.34	▼ Less than typical
About Amiodarone Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). Show more ▾ It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Amiodarone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $99.34 per fill, versus $30.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 36.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $99.34 PA average $30.84 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Testosterone	12	$69.64▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Testosterone: This medicated patch contains testosterone. Show more ▾ It is used for hormone replacement in men who are not able to produce enough testosterone (for example, due to hypogonadism). This medication is absorbed through the skin, enters your bloodstream, and helps your body reach normal testosterone levels. Testosterone helps the body to develop and maintain the male sexual characteristics (masculinity), such as a deep voice and body hair. It also helps to maintain muscle and prevent bone loss, and is necessary for natural sexual ability/desire. This drug should not be used by women. A potent androgenic steroid and major product secreted by the LEYDIG CELLS of the TESTIS. Its production is stimulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE from the PITUITARY GLAND. In turn, testosterone exerts feedback control of the pituitary LH and FSH secretion. Depending on the tissues, testosterone can be further converted to DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE or ESTRADIOL. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Testosterone, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $69.64 per fill, versus $259.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 22.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $69.64 PA average $259.16 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 750 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
NitrofurantoinNitrofurantoin Macrocrystal	12	$23.38▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Nitrofurantoin: Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent certain bladder infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). A urinary anti-infective agent effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Although sulfonamides and antibiotics are usually the agents of choice for urinary tract infections, nitrofurantoin is widely used for prophylaxis and long-term suppression. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $23.38 per fill, versus $38.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $23.38 PA average $38.39 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 220 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate PotassAmoxicillin/Potassium Clav	12	$20.54	▼ Less than typical
About Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass: Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $20.54 per fill, versus $12.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 24.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $20.54 PA average $12.06 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 124 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
JanumetSitagliptin Phos/Metformin Hcl	12	$1,691.80	▼ Less than typical
About Janumet: This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. This product contains 2 medications. Sitagliptin works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Janumet, about 60% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $1,691.80 per fill, versus $873.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 20.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,691.80 PA average $873.45 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Dutasteride	12	$70.60	▼ Less than typical
About Dutasteride: This medication is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It works by reducing the size of the enlarged prostate. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate frequently or urgently (including during the middle of the night). It may also reduce the need for surgery to treat BPH. Dutasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. This medication should not be used by women or children. A 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR that is reported to inhibit both type-1 and type2 isoforms of the enzyme and is used to treat BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Dutasteride, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $70.60 per fill, versus $49.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 34.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $70.60 PA average $49.63 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 780 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
XareltoRivaroxaban	12	$1,743.53	▼ Less than typical
About Xarelto: Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. A morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Xarelto, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $1,743.53 per fill, versus $800.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 12 PA average 48.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $1,743.53 PA average $800.52 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Olmesartan-HydrochlorothiazideOlmesartan/Hydrochlorothiazide	11	$68.61	▼ Less than typical
About Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: olmesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Olmesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $68.61 per fill, versus $63.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 21.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $68.61 PA average $63.24 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Ondansetron OdtOndansetron	11	$78.86	▼ Less than typical
About Ondansetron Odt: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting. A competitive serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $78.86 per fill, versus $22.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 21.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $78.86 PA average $22.81 Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 328 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Klor-Con M20Potassium Chloride	11	$15.16▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Klor-Con M20: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with water pills/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 61% of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $15.16 per fill, versus $35.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 18.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $15.16 PA average $35.21 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 27.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 820 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Cilostazol	11	$14.56▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Cilostazol: Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication). Show more ▾ Cilostazol can decrease the muscle pain/cramps that occur during exercise/walking. Claudication pain is caused by too little oxygen getting to the muscles. Cilostazol can increase blood flow and the amount of oxygen that gets to the muscles. Cilostazol is an antiplatelet drug and a vasodilator. It works by stopping blood cells called platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It also widens blood vessels in the legs. Cilostazol helps the blood to move more easily and keeps blood flowing smoothly in your body. A quinoline and tetrazole derivative that acts as a phosphodiesterase type 3 inhibitor, with anti-platelet and vasodilating activity. It is used in the treatment of PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASES; ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE; and in the prevention of stroke. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Cilostazol, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $14.56 per fill, versus $25.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 23.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.56 PA average $25.08 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 19 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 570 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Fludrocortisone Acetate	11	$17.37▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Fludrocortisone Acetate: Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body. Show more ▾ It is used along with other medications (such as hydrocortisone) to treat low glucocorticoid levels caused by disease of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency, salt-losing adrenogenital syndrome). Glucocorticoids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal. They are also needed to break down carbohydrates in your diet. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about half the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (19). Medicare paid an average of $17.37 per fill, versus $22.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 19.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $17.37 PA average $22.85 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023
Divalproex Sodium ErDivalproex Sodium	11	$14.58▼ below PA avg	▼ Less than typical
About Divalproex Sodium Er: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. Show more ▾ It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about a third of the volume of the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $14.58 per fill, versus $82.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider 11 PA average 38.0 This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average PA prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider $14.58 PA average $82.21 This provider's average cost per fill is below the PA average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023

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= the 5 medications this provider prescribes most.▲ More than typical≈ Typical▼ Less than typical= prescription volume vs the average PA prescriber of the same medication; volume reflects practice size as well as clinical preference.Green cost= below the PA average cost per fill.

About this data. The prescription history for CLEM ANTHONY CICCARELLI MD is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Family Medicine prescribing approach at this New Cumberland, PA practice.

Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among PA prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.