MS. KELLEY N NELSON PA-C
Prescription History 1881843621
Physician Assistant in Albuquerque, NM


Quality Rating: 83.84 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since September 17, 2008

Contact Information

8316 KASEMAN CT NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
ZIP 87110
Phone: (505) 292-5850
Fax: (505) 292-9724

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for MS. KELLEY N NELSON PA-C, an active Physician Assistant specialist practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Our medical registry currently tracks 13 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 343 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Triamcinolone Acetonide, which accounts for 91 claims alone.


Betamethasone Dipropionate

Generic Formulation: Betamethasone DipropionateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 45
30-Day Fills 52.5
Days Supply 1,155
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.3
Peer Average Days Supply945
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,481.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$55.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$60.85

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Clindamycin Phosphate

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin PhosphateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 345
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.7
Peer Average Days Supply755
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $407.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.37

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.10

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) in women who are not pregnant. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 614
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.6
Peer Average Days Supply821
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,213.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$44.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.54

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 309
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.0
Peer Average Days Supply404
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $253.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.61

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. 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.

Dupixent Pen

Generic Formulation: DupilumabSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 448
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.7
Peer Average Days Supply594
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $60,341.62 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,549.51

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4,053.53

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain skin conditions (eczema, prurigo nodularis) and a certain esophagus problem (eosinophilic esophagitis). It is also used along with other medications to help control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. In addition, dupilumab may be used to reduce symptoms caused by nasal polyps and the long-term swelling of the sinuses and nasal passage (chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis). Dupilumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking certain natural proteins in your body (interleukin-4 and interleukin-13) that may cause inflammation and swelling. This medication 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.

Fluorouracil

Generic Formulation: FluorouracilSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 38.2
Days Supply 893
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,104
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,860.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$79.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$108.22

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluorouracil is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 380
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.6
Peer Average Days Supply718
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $110.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.27

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Hydroxyzine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Hydroxyzine HclSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 600
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills36.7
Peer Average Days Supply968
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $190.00 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.88

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. 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.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 23.3
Days Supply 685
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,138
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $392.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.73

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 16.5
Days Supply 444
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.7
Peer Average Days Supply386
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $780.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$55.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.47

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 196
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.0
Peer Average Days Supply441
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 37.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $188.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.60

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Tacrolimus

Generic Formulation: TacrolimusSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 257
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.2
Peer Average Days Supply886
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,817.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$165.21

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$178.20

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A macrolide isolated from the culture broth of a strain of Streptomyces tsukubaensis that has strong immunosuppressive activity in vivo and prevents the activation of T-lymphocytes in response to antigenic or mitogenic stimulation in vitro.

Therapeutic Applications

Tacrolimus is used with other medications to prevent rejection of a kidney transplant. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as immunosuppressants. It works by weakening your body's defense system (immune system) to help your body accept the new organ as if it were your own.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Physician Assistant
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 91
30-Day Fills 104.0
Days Supply 1,970
NM State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.3
Peer Average Days Supply821
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 193.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NM. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $723.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.53

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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.

Therapeutic Applications

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. 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.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like MS. KELLEY N NELSON PA-C provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Albuquerque, NM.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Physician Assistant** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.