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DR. NAOMI LENORE ALBERTSON MD
Prescription History 1902905813
Family Medicine - Sports Medicine in Reno, NV


Quality Rating: 91.59 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since September 21, 2006

Contact Information

13945 S VIRGINIA ST STE 632
RENO, NV
ZIP 89511
Phone: (775) 982-5000
Fax: (775) 982-3900

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. NAOMI LENORE ALBERTSON MD, an active Sports Medicine specialist practicing in Reno, NV. Our medical registry currently tracks 6 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 102 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Methylprednisolone, which accounts for 28 claims alone.

Medication Index

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Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills48.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,409
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $383.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.26

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

Clinical Summary

A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims84.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills145.7
Peer Average Days Supply4,294
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 83.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $139.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.95

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.39

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

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills76.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,242
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $40.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.84

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.07

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

Clinical Summary

A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Meloxicam is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling or pain.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 168
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.6
Peer Average Days Supply233
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $255.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.27

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

Clinical Summary

A PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Nortriptyline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Nortriptyline HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.3
Days Supply 429
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,362
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $132.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.91

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Pregabalin

Generic Formulation: PregabalinSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 330
NV State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills57.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,665
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside NV. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $375.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.32

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

Clinical Summary

A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures).

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. NAOMI LENORE ALBERTSON MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Reno, NV.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

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

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