DR. DAVID H LAU M.D., PHD
Prescription History 1902064421
Internal Medicine - Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology in New York, NY
What does Dr. Lau prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Lau wrote 48,703 Medicare prescriptions for 194 medications. The most prescribed was Metoprolol Succinate, with 4,659 prescriptions for 880 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. Lau 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 New York prescribers.
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 4,659 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 37 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $14.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 4,572 prescriptions for Vascepa, about 40 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (114). Medicare paid $488.77 per fill, versus $432.41 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 2,822 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 14 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $6.35 per fill, versus $10.41 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 2,571 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 59 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $765.93 per fill, versus $942.48 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 2,444 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 28 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $805.01 per fill, versus $874.81 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 relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 2,410 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 73 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $10.30 per fill, versus $17.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 1,960 prescriptions for Entresto, about 38 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $804.06 per fill, versus $1,039.97 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
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 1,827 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about 49 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $40.68 per fill, versus $77.53 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 1,472 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 13 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $6.15 per fill, versus $9.47 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 1,311 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 23 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $10.34 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 1,272 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 8.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $4.83 per fill, versus $6.16 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
Diclofenac patches are used to relieve pain from various conditions (such as sprained ankle).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 1,086 prescriptions for Diclofenac Epolamine, about 5.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (187). Medicare paid $806.08 per fill, versus $686.09 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 852 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 12 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $2.64 per fill, versus $4.82 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 782 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 14 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $9.83 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 637 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 15 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.15 per fill, versus $7.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 617 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 10 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $97.11 per fill, versus $169.32 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 614 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 7.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $8.81 per fill, versus $12.77 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 597 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 4.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $14.37 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 used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 550 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 13 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $15.63 per fill, versus $15.21 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 549 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 10 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $5.31 per fill, versus $8.29 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 498 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $10.04 per fill, versus $11.48 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 437 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 7.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $756.57 per fill, versus $1,011.66 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 428 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 11 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $9.70 per fill, versus $7.95 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 414 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 12 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $42.70 per fill, versus $58.16 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 402 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 5.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $5.80 per fill, versus $8.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat dry, scaly skin conditions (such as xerosis, ichthyosis vulgaris) and can also help relieve itching from these conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 380 prescriptions for Ammonium Lactate, about 4.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $30.13 per fill, versus $22.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 360 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 8.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $24.33 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 359 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 9.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.11 per fill, versus $12.21 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 350 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 10 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $18.62 per fill, versus $34.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 330 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 3.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $6.33 per fill, versus $14.09 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 324 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 10 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.85 per fill, versus $27.35 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 323 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 5.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $4.67 per fill, versus $6.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 323 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $9.55 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 294 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 6.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $8.97 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 289 prescriptions for Icosapent Ethyl, about 7.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $199.96 per fill, versus $190.89 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 241 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 4.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.13 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 238 prescriptions for Flecainide Acetate, about 6.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $12.85 per fill, versus $36.90 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 230 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 7.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.38 per fill, versus $23.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 226 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 3.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $25.93 per fill, versus $33.48 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 204 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $13.24 per fill, versus $13.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 199 prescriptions for Creon, about 4.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $706.23 per fill, versus $1,560.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 199 prescriptions for Linzess, about 3.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $571.93 per fill, versus $683.33 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 196 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 6.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.83 per fill, versus $16.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 194 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $11.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 188 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 5.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $20.07 per fill, versus $30.63 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 181 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 4.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.53 per fill, versus $13.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 177 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 4.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.42 per fill, versus $10.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 174 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $18.11 per fill, versus $19.79 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
Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 168 prescriptions for Dexlansoprazole Dr, about 3.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $210.15 per fill, versus $209.67 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 166 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 4.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.77 per fill, versus $4.76 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 154 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $12.20 per fill, versus $12.76 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 151 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $6.27 per fill, versus $11.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 146 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about 5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.98 per fill, versus $29.15 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 along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 145 prescriptions for Chlorhexidine Gluconate, about 2.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $5.31 per fill, versus $4.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 140 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 2.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $989.23 per fill, versus $974.53 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 134 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 2.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $3.87 per fill, versus $3.65 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 130 prescriptions for Nexium, about 4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $348.72 per fill, versus $333.21 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
Bempedoic acid is used along with a proper diet and other medications to help lower "bad" cholesterol (such as LDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 127 prescriptions for Nexletol, about 4.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $435.32 per fill, versus $584.57 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 123 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $9.99 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 medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 123 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 4.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $7.06 per fill, versus $15.17 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 122 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $16.11 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 120 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $3.43 per fill, versus $4.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 114 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $69.16 per fill, versus $40.16 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 111 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $4.79 per fill, versus $6.94 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 103 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $855.01 per fill, versus $874.06 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 100 prescriptions for Clobetasol Propionate, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $149.71 per fill, versus $80.47 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
Vericiguat is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 98 prescriptions for Verquvo, about 3.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $753.07 per fill, versus $929.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used if you have had certain types of irregular heartbeat (paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation) in the past but now have a normal heart rhythm.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 91 prescriptions for Multaq, about 2.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $871.55 per fill, versus $1,220.47 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 90 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $10.95 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 89 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 3.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $148.76 per fill, versus $80.78 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 87 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 2.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $24.97 per fill, versus $22.58 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 87 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 3.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.94 per fill, versus $16.15 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 86 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.82 per fill, versus $10.29 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 86 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $16.18 per fill, versus $23.72 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
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 85 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about 2.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $94.98 per fill, versus $110.10 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 83 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 85% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $8.97 per fill, versus $10.10 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 83 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 4.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $11.95 per fill, versus $27.53 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 minor pain, itching, swelling, and discomfort caused by hemorrhoids and other problems of the anal area (such as anal fissures, itching).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 80 prescriptions for Procto-Med Hc, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.11 per fill, versus $11.50 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
Alirocumab is used by people who have blockage in the heart blood vessels to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of chest pain that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 79 prescriptions for Praluent Pen, about 2.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $637.34 per fill, versus $697.65 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
Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 73 prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about 3.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $15.84 per fill, versus $21.54 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
Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain type of dry eyes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 73 prescriptions for Restasis, about 77% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $640.14 per fill, versus $896.52 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 variety of skin conditions (such as psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 72 prescriptions for Clobetasol Emollient, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $110.19 per fill, versus $104.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 71 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.73 per fill, versus $5.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat itching of the eyes due to allergies.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 70 prescriptions for Bepotastine Besilate, about 66% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $192.77 per fill, versus $151.83 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 for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 70 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $19.08 per fill, versus $60.75 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 68 prescriptions for Fluocinonide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $64.40 per fill, versus $68.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 68 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $9.06 per fill, versus $22.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 65 prescriptions for Halobetasol Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $88.92 per fill, versus $71.12 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 64 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $5.32 per fill, versus $7.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 64 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $13.61 per fill, versus $24.80 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
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 62 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $15.08 per fill, versus $22.40 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 62 prescriptions for Ozempic, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $912.51 per fill, versus $1,284.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 60 prescriptions for Eplerenone, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $69.38 per fill, versus $79.96 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 60 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.87 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 59 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.65 per fill, versus $13.78 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 54 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.57 per fill, versus $19.76 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 51 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $2.38 per fill, versus $4.40 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 51 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.61 per fill, versus $7.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 50 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $30.58 per fill, versus $26.96 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 48 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $928.12 per fill, versus $1,456.55 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
Raloxifene is used by women to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) after menopause.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 46 prescriptions for Raloxifene Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $20.83 per fill, versus $25.99 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 45 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $34.29 per fill, versus $61.42 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 45 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.61 per fill, versus $26.33 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 44 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $13.95 per fill, versus $25.78 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 depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 44 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 81% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $16.48 per fill, versus $17.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 44 prescriptions for Omeprazole-Sodium Bicarbonate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $739.35 per fill, versus $1,585.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 42 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Olmesartan, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.09 per fill, versus $38.25 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 42 prescriptions for Bystolic, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $254.88 per fill, versus $267.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 42 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.55 per fill, versus $18.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 42 prescriptions for Zenpep, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,768.69 per fill, versus $1,800.12 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 medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 41 prescriptions for Sotalol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $15.33 per fill, versus $20.33 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
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 40 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $15.19 per fill, versus $27.94 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 40 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $22.92 per fill, versus $25.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 40 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.95 per fill, versus $29.60 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia and atrial fibrillation).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 39 prescriptions for Propafenone Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.98 per fill, versus $30.79 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 37 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $6.19 per fill, versus $10.86 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 36 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.72 per fill, versus $8.37 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 used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower cholesterol in people with high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 31 prescriptions for Colesevelam Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $171.85 per fill, versus $185.88 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
Azilsartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 31 prescriptions for Edarbi, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $388.29 per fill, versus $364.20 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 30 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.26 per fill, versus $4.12 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 29 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $4.64 per fill, versus $3.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 29 prescriptions for Janumet, about 70% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,128.11 per fill, versus $864.01 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
Pitavastatin 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 29 prescriptions for Livalo, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $679.30 per fill, versus $505.46 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
Metolazone is a "water pill" (diuretic) that increases the amount of urine you make, which causes your body to get rid of excess water.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 28 prescriptions for Metolazone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $7.10 per fill, versus $20.20 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 27 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 81% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.60 per fill, versus $15.82 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 27 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.47 per fill, versus $21.34 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 27 prescriptions for Symbicort, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $244.35 per fill, versus $292.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 26 prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $17.10 per fill, versus $19.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to reduce the risk of stroke in patients who have had "mini-strokes" (transient ischemic attacks) or a previous stroke due to a blood clot and are at high risk for another stroke.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 26 prescriptions for Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $64.28 per fill, versus $118.09 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 26 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $13.19 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 26 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 79% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.23 per fill, versus $8.15 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 26 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $23.86 per fill, versus $20.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 25 prescriptions for Benicar, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $453.41 per fill, versus $428.33 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 25 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $2.63 per fill, versus $5.47 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 24 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $3.65 per fill, versus $28.60 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).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 24 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $5.87 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.
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 23 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 77% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $116.07 per fill, versus $155.70 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 22 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $480.55 per fill, versus $511.52 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 22 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 16% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $9.07 per fill, versus $13.15 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 22 prescriptions for Loperamide, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $15.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 22 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 86% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $53.42 per fill, versus $67.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 21 prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $50.72 per fill, versus $19.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 21 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.11 per fill, versus $17.60 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 21 prescriptions for Dapagliflozin, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $602.98 per fill, versus $538.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 21 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $3.14 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 20 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $29.48 per fill, versus $7.82 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 20 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $15.81 per fill, versus $26.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat infected cuts or wounds.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 20 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $91.87 per fill, versus $154.89 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 19 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $16.88 per fill, versus $30.46 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
Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 18 prescriptions for Isosorbide Dinitrate, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $33.42 per fill, versus $40.33 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 contains 2 amide-type local anesthetics, lidocaine and prilocaine.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 18 prescriptions for Lidocaine-Prilocaine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $13.43 per fill, versus $14.73 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 17 prescriptions for Brilinta, about 66% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $787.27 per fill, versus $680.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 17 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.19 per fill, versus $39.34 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 17 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $3.46 per fill, versus $8.54 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 16 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.44 per fill, versus $8.73 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 16 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (La), about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $40.08 per fill, versus $61.98 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 16 prescriptions for Plavix, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $386.87 per fill, versus $301.32 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 16 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $888.64 per fill, versus $729.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 16 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $740.27 per fill, versus $832.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 15 prescriptions for Ciclopirox, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $52.82 per fill, versus $36.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clemastine is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and the common cold.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 15 prescriptions for Clemastine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4,038.29 per fill, versus $3,565.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 15 prescriptions for Combivent Respimat, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $468.16 per fill, versus $586.79 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 heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 15 prescriptions for Corlanor, about 76% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $597.95 per fill, versus $687.99 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 15 prescriptions for Metformin Er Gastric, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $209.59 per fill, versus $1,194.78 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 15 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $19.31 per fill, versus $61.28 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
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 14 prescriptions for Candesartan Cilexetil, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $72.69 per fill, versus $68.38 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 14 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.39 per fill, versus $8.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 14 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.22 per fill, versus $6.51 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 in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 14 prescriptions for Dutasteride, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $32.75 per fill, versus $26.33 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
Silodosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 14 prescriptions for Silodosin, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $66.53 per fill, versus $86.78 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $19.31 per fill, versus $26.15 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 14 prescriptions for Verapamil Sr, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $26.41 per fill, versus $87.25 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $547.80 per fill, versus $589.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Atenolol-Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $16.66 per fill, versus $22.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat bacterial ear infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $108.92 per fill, versus $112.45 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
Fenofibric acid 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Fenofibric Acid, about 76% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $24.26 per fill, versus $37.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $9.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and linagliptin.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Glyxambi, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $613.36 per fill, versus $970.97 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
Diclofenac patches are used to relieve pain from various conditions (such as sprained ankle).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Licart, about 20% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $730.83 per fill, versus $765.26 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Matzim La, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $80.47 per fill, versus $79.66 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 product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Amlodipine-Hctz, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $53.92 per fill, versus $91.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat minor pain, itching, swelling, and discomfort caused by hemorrhoids and other problems of the anal area (such as anal fissures, itching).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Proctozone-Hc, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.60 per fill, versus $11.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This skin patch is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness or recovery from anesthesia and surgery.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 13 prescriptions for Scopolamine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $119.30 per fill, versus $90.52 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 heart problem (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 12 prescriptions for Camzyos, about 18% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $8,481.15 per fill, versus $8,045.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain allergic eye conditions (vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, vernal keratitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 12 prescriptions for Cromolyn Sodium, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $12.97 per fill, versus $34.27 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 12 prescriptions for Januvia, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,527.56 per fill, versus $893.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 12 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $1,173.97 per fill, versus $154.48 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
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 12 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.61 per fill, versus $10.30 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 prevent or treat migraine.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 12 prescriptions for Nurtec Odt, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,027.14 per fill, versus $1,502.35 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
Prasugrel is used with aspirin by patients with heart disease (recent heart attack, unstable angina) who undergo a certain heart procedure (angioplasty).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 12 prescriptions for Prasugrel Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $108.54 per fill, versus $66.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone Valerate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $86.02 per fill, versus $79.54 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 11 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $20.81 per fill, versus $32.18 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 11 prescriptions for Ramipril, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $11.08 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Lau wrote 11 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $40.23 per fill, versus $69.95 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. Lau’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Lau prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Lau's most prescribed medications were Metoprolol Succinate (4,659), Vascepa (4,572) and Atorvastatin Calcium (2,822).
How does Dr. Lau's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 194 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Lau prescribes 104 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 31 about as often and 59 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Lau 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 New York 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.
