DR. ELIUT MELENDEZ ORTIZ MD
Prescription History 1891761896
Internal Medicine in San Juan, PR
What does Dr. Melendez Ortiz prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 21,511 Medicare prescriptions for 194 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 1,214 prescriptions for 227 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Melendez Ortiz prescribes.
Medications 194 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Puerto Rico prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 1,214 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (337). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 1,145 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (262). Medicare paid $11.52 per fill, versus $9.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 932 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $5.86 per fill, versus $6.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 832 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 4.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (183). Medicare paid $10.98 per fill, versus $11.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 735 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (247). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $10.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 687 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (210). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $5.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 588 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $6.51 per fill, versus $7.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 566 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $7.59 per fill, versus $7.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 538 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (158). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $6.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 471 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 6.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $12.18 per fill, versus $17.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 457 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (163). Medicare paid $4.81 per fill, versus $5.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 445 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (233). Medicare paid $70.11 per fill, versus $76.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 429 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $15.38 per fill, versus $15.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 424 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (142). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $8.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 411 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 7.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $23.46 per fill, versus $24.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 382 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (130). Medicare paid $10.71 per fill, versus $10.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 336 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $6.13 per fill, versus $5.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 333 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $5.75 per fill, versus $5.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 320 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $9.53 per fill, versus $10.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 305 prescriptions for Diclofenac Potassium, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $42.38 per fill, versus $35.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 303 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (250). Medicare paid $8.63 per fill, versus $10.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 282 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (185). Medicare paid $11.00 per fill, versus $12.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 265 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (168). Medicare paid $9.22 per fill, versus $9.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 241 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $9.14 per fill, versus $10.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 235 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $11.70 per fill, versus $17.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 221 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $15.71 per fill, versus $16.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 214 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $10.36 per fill, versus $15.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 199 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $7.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 192 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $15.04 per fill, versus $17.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 188 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $17.97 per fill, versus $20.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 177 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $20.94 per fill, versus $26.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 173 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 3.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $24.11 per fill, versus $18.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 166 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $12.89 per fill, versus $19.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 164 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $8.61 per fill, versus $8.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 158 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.28 per fill, versus $11.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 137 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $733.49 per fill, versus $847.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 135 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $9.79 per fill, versus $8.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 135 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $12.08 per fill, versus $12.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 135 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $99.65 per fill, versus $105.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 134 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $5.74 per fill, versus $7.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 126 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $7.95 per fill, versus $10.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 124 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.01 per fill, versus $8.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 124 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $816.97 per fill, versus $774.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 122 prescriptions for Nabumetone, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $23.44 per fill, versus $15.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 116 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $10.98 per fill, versus $8.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 114 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $41.56 per fill, versus $43.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 108 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $25.16 per fill, versus $30.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 108 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $18.83 per fill, versus $14.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 108 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $783.57 per fill, versus $782.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 104 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.35 per fill, versus $6.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 102 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $607.44 per fill, versus $747.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 102 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $11.56 per fill, versus $12.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 97 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.96 per fill, versus $17.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 93 prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $85.98 per fill, versus $96.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 92 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $8.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 90 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $26.93 per fill, versus $35.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 88 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $17.23 per fill, versus $16.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 88 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $26.96 per fill, versus $22.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 88 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (138). Medicare paid $11.23 per fill, versus $7.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 85 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.64 per fill, versus $6.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 85 prescriptions for Humulin N, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $90.57 per fill, versus $90.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 82 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $19.17 per fill, versus $23.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 82 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.23 per fill, versus $13.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 81 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 90% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $15.55 per fill, versus $17.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 81 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (144). Medicare paid $8.69 per fill, versus $8.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 78 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 78% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $5.64 per fill, versus $7.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 77 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $16.62 per fill, versus $29.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 72 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $24.28 per fill, versus $30.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 72 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $7.38 per fill, versus $8.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 68 prescriptions for Janumet, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $587.74 per fill, versus $779.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 67 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $623.79 per fill, versus $735.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 65 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $8.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs/arms (intermittent claudication due to occlusive artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 63 prescriptions for Pentoxifylline, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $50.17 per fill, versus $39.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 58 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.31 per fill, versus $8.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 57 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.43 per fill, versus $11.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 55 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $11.78 per fill, versus $13.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 54 prescriptions for Januvia, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,059.80 per fill, versus $859.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 53 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $12.76 per fill, versus $21.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 52 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $5.92 per fill, versus $7.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 52 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $31.57 per fill, versus $32.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 52 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $13.48 per fill, versus $14.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 52 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (123). Medicare paid $9.90 per fill, versus $9.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 49 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $19.99 per fill, versus $25.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 47 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 74% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.90 per fill, versus $6.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 47 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $21.57 per fill, versus $19.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 47 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $33.67 per fill, versus $35.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 43 prescriptions for Dexamethasone, about 75% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $9.44 per fill, versus $12.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 43 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $19.88 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 41 prescriptions for Humulin 70-30, about 89% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $129.56 per fill, versus $106.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 41 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (157). Medicare paid $16.21 per fill, versus $12.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 41 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $5.45 per fill, versus $7.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 40 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 85% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $74.81 per fill, versus $77.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 39 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $17.34 per fill, versus $23.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 39 prescriptions for Humalog, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $125.77 per fill, versus $126.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 39 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $24.10 per fill, versus $25.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Linagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 39 prescriptions for Jentadueto, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $558.40 per fill, versus $668.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cefuroxime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 38 prescriptions for Cefuroxime, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $23.74 per fill, versus $17.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 38 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $6.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 38 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $113.42 per fill, versus $108.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 37 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $7.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 36 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 87% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $7.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 36 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.94 per fill, versus $5.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 36 prescriptions for Techlite Insulin Syringe, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $10.34 per fill, versus $12.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 35 prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about 81% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.48 per fill, versus $16.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 35 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $38.51 per fill, versus $23.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 34 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $20.71 per fill, versus $32.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 34 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.41 per fill, versus $10.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 34 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 71% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $13.21 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 32 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.72 per fill, versus $26.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 31 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $48.12 per fill, versus $47.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 30 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $32.27 per fill, versus $24.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Galantamine is used to treat mild to moderate confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 29 prescriptions for Galantamine Er, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $115.87 per fill, versus $81.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 28 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $5.28 per fill, versus $5.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 28 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $59.35 per fill, versus $41.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 28 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about 81% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $19.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 27 prescriptions for Betamethasone Dipropionate, about 79% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $39.15 per fill, versus $50.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 27 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $37.05 per fill, versus $23.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 26 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,272.86 per fill, versus $1,065.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: dapagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 26 prescriptions for Xigduo Xr, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $595.07 per fill, versus $744.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 25 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 74% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $27.84 per fill, versus $34.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 25 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 72% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $19.49 per fill, versus $20.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 25 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 74% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $26.50 per fill, versus $22.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 25 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 89% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.52 per fill, versus $20.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro protamine/insulin lispro is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 24 prescriptions for Humalog Mix 75-25, about 90% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $159.68 per fill, versus $206.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 24 prescriptions for Indapamide, about 76% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $20.29 per fill, versus $15.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 24 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $121.83 per fill, versus $157.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 24 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about 73% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $86.64 per fill, versus $90.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 24 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 70% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $9.56 per fill, versus $9.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 23 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 30% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $8.74 per fill, versus $8.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 23 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 86% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.18 per fill, versus $22.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 22 prescriptions for Brilinta, about 72% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $611.16 per fill, versus $565.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 21 prescriptions for Atenolol-Chlorthalidone, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $34.85 per fill, versus $34.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 21 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $412.68 per fill, versus $421.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 21 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $25.77 per fill, versus $21.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 21 prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $21.43 per fill, versus $30.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 21 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $14.22 per fill, versus $13.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 21 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $14.82 per fill, versus $18.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 20 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $218.73 per fill, versus $200.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 20 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 29% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $9.68 per fill, versus $8.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This ear drop is used to treat outer ear infections caused by bacteria (also known as swimmer's ear).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 20 prescriptions for Neomycin-Polymyxin-Hydrocort, about 84% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $67.86 per fill, versus $67.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 20 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 17% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $3.88 per fill, versus $7.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 19 prescriptions for Candesartan-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $101.96 per fill, versus $136.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 19 prescriptions for Etodolac, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $21.56 per fill, versus $25.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions due to inflammation or injury.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 19 prescriptions for Prednisolone Acetate, about 8% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (232). Medicare paid $40.62 per fill, versus $42.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 19 prescriptions for Synjardy, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $576.78 per fill, versus $718.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 18 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $31.88 per fill, versus $35.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 18 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 74% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $24.26 per fill, versus $42.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 18 prescriptions for Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $17.64 per fill, versus $19.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 17 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $274.38 per fill, versus $261.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 17 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 14% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $27.53 per fill, versus $22.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gemfibrozil is used along with a proper diet to help lower fats (triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 17 prescriptions for Gemfibrozil, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $21.51 per fill, versus $15.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 3 drugs: empagliflozin, linagliptin, and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 17 prescriptions for Trijardy Xr, about 27% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $612.73 per fill, versus $769.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 16 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $33.05 per fill, versus $26.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 16 prescriptions for Estazolam, about 21% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $59.19 per fill, versus $57.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivastigmine is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease and to Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 16 prescriptions for Rivastigmine, about 29% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $208.35 per fill, versus $126.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 15 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $12.79 per fill, versus $10.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.95 per fill, versus $9.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 15 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 73% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $73.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acarbose is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 14 prescriptions for Acarbose, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $62.65 per fill, versus $42.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 14 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $14.57 per fill, versus $18.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Desloratadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 14 prescriptions for Desloratadine, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $25.72 per fill, versus $22.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levalbuterol is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 14 prescriptions for Levalbuterol Tartrate Hfa, about 25% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $57.76 per fill, versus $60.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 14 prescriptions for Loperamide, about 69% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $10.78 per fill, versus $18.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 14 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $11.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 14 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 68% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $12.96 per fill, versus $12.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ipratropium is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Atrovent Hfa, about 41% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $480.31 per fill, versus $479.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $35.78 per fill, versus $34.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.96 per fill, versus $7.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $93.24 per fill, versus $31.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 26% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $23.92 per fill, versus $23.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about 37% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $47.59 per fill, versus $43.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Primidone, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $27.48 per fill, versus $25.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.49 per fill, versus $34.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 12% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (106). Medicare paid $13.35 per fill, versus $12.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 13 prescriptions for Verapamil Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $9.75 per fill, versus $10.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Advocate Syringes, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $25.65 per fill, versus $57.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $28.74 per fill, versus $50.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Diovan Hct, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (12). Medicare paid $313.86 per fill, versus $401.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $3.67 per fill, versus $8.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Linagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Jentadueto Xr, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $532.71 per fill, versus $641.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 16% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $16.99 per fill, versus $15.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $39.84 per fill, versus $20.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used with other treatments to help prevent and treat wound infections in patients with serious burns.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Silver Sulfadiazine, about 38% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.98 per fill, versus $29.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Sotalol, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $17.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 12 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 29% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $395.51 per fill, versus $241.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Arnuity Ellipta, about 11% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $212.01 per fill, versus $230.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high levels of prolactin hormone in your body.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Cabergoline, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $38.95 per fill, versus $41.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $36.63 per fill, versus $34.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fosinopril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Fosinopril Sodium, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $18.29 per fill, versus $23.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 27% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.67 per fill, versus $5.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Lumigan, about 10% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $294.87 per fill, versus $276.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 28% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.43 per fill, versus $11.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $9.06 per fill, versus $15.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Melendez Ortiz wrote 11 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $22.57 per fill, versus $20.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Melendez Ortiz’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Melendez Ortiz prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Melendez Ortiz's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (1,214), Gabapentin (1,145) and Metformin Hcl (932).
How does Dr. Melendez Ortiz's prescribing compare with other Puerto Rico prescribers?
Of the 194 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Melendez Ortiz prescribes 69 more often than the typical Puerto Rico prescriber, 42 about as often and 83 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Melendez Ortiz prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Puerto Rico prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
