DR. DEREK YANG MD
Prescription History 1912134321
Family Medicine in Brambelton, VA

NPI Status: Active since June 12, 2009

Contact Information

22895 BRAMBELTON PLAZA
#200
BRAMBELTON, VA
ZIP 20148
Phone: (703) 722-2312
Fax: (703) 722-2317

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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. DEREK YANG MD, an active Family Medicine specialist practicing in Brambelton, VA. Our medical registry currently tracks 44 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,516 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Atorvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 217 claims alone.


Albuterol Sulfate Hfa

Generic Formulation: Albuterol SulfateSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 25.3
Days Supply 707
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills69.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,712
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,065.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$62.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$46.67

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 short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol.

Therapeutic Applications

Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma. It is a quick-relief medication. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

Alendronate Sodium

Generic Formulation: Alendronate SodiumSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 54.2
Days Supply 1,624
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims37.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills86.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,576
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $188.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.04

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 nonhormonal medication for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women. This drug builds healthy bone, restoring some of the bone loss as a result of osteoporosis.

Therapeutic Applications

Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases as you age, after menopause, or if you are taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long time. This medication works by slowing bone loss. This effect helps maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Alendronate belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates.

Allopurinol

Generic Formulation: AllopurinolSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 27
30-Day Fills 79.0
Days Supply 2,370
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills113.9
Peer Average Days Supply3,392
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $324.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.76

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 XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.

Alprazolam

Generic Formulation: AlprazolamSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 323
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims57.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,733
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $41.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.97

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.30

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 triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238)

Therapeutic Applications

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).

Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 61
30-Day Fills 181.7
Days Supply 5,440
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims130.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills318.7
Peer Average Days Supply9,507
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 53.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $488.10 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.73

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

Clinical Summary

A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 217
30-Day Fills 630.6
Days Supply 18,887
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims160.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills402.0
Peer Average Days Supply11,992
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 35.6% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,336.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.13

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 pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Bupropion Xl

Generic Formulation: Bupropion HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills68.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,039
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $460.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$40.03

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

Bupropion is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain.

Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe

Generic Formulation: Butalb/Acetaminophen/CaffeineSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 227
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.9
Peer Average Days Supply499
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $333.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.41

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 combination medication is used to treat tension headaches. Acetaminophen helps to decrease the pain from the headache. Caffeine helps increase the effects of acetaminophen. Butalbital is a sedative that helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation.

Cyclobenzaprine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 155
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,122
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $89.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.72

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

Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. This medication is not recommended for use in older adults because they may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 77
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.6
Peer Average Days Supply434
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $52.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.96

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Escitalopram Oxalate

Generic Formulation: Escitalopram OxalateSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims48.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills94.0
Peer Average Days Supply2,781
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $245.03 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.34

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.41

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

S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Therapeutic Applications

Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness.

Finasteride

Generic Formulation: FinasterideSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 83.0
Days Supply 2,490
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills117.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,495
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $399.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.49

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

Clinical Summary

An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Therapeutic Applications

Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication.

Fluoxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Fluoxetine HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills70.8
Peer Average Days Supply2,101
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 61.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $98.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.99

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

Clinical Summary

The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants.

Therapeutic Applications

This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 81.0
Days Supply 2,301
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims89.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills132.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,808
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $397.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.87

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.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 88.0
Days Supply 2,640
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims74.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills192.6
Peer Average Days Supply5,760
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $141.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.89

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 thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Januvia

Generic Formulation: Sitagliptin PhosphateSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 38.4
Days Supply 1,126
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,776
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $21,931.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,370.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$975.70

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 pyrazine-derived DIPEPTIDYL-PEPTIDASE IV INHIBITOR and HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENT that increases the levels of the INCRETIN hormones GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). It is used in the treatment of TYPE 2 DIABETES.

Therapeutic Applications

Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Sitagliptin is a diabetes drug that works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal. They also decrease the amount of sugar your liver makes.

Jardiance

Generic Formulation: EmpagliflozinSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,273
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,952
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 38.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $26,300.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,195.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,046.48

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

Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure. It may help you live longer and lower your risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys.

Lamotrigine

Generic Formulation: LamotrigineSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.3
Days Supply 549
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills64.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,890
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 55.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $128.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.31

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 phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections).

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 68
30-Day Fills 193.0
Days Supply 5,790
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims121.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills283.9
Peer Average Days Supply8,415
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $847.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.48

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

Clinical Summary

The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 81
30-Day Fills 226.3
Days Supply 6,783
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims104.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills260.4
Peer Average Days Supply7,772
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $438.07 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.24

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

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: Lisinopril/HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills108.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,235
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 67.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $77.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.93

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 high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not continue taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 120
30-Day Fills 336.6
Days Supply 10,100
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims96.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills243.9
Peer Average Days Supply7,286
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,199.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.72

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

Clinical Summary

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Medroxyprogesterone Acetate

Generic Formulation: Medroxyprogesterone AcetateSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 364
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,117
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $140.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.52

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

Clinical Summary

A synthetic progestin that is derived from 17-hydroxyprogesterone. It is a long-acting contraceptive that is effective both orally or by intramuscular injection and has also been used to treat breast and endometrial neoplasms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to prevent pregnancy. Medroxyprogesterone is like a natural hormone made by the body. Using this medication does not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia).

Metformin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 82
30-Day Fills 199.3
Days Supply 5,952
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills214.7
Peer Average Days Supply6,406
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $473.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.11

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 biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Metformin Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills135.6
Peer Average Days Supply4,054
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $334.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.02

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 biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Metoprolol Succinate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol SuccinateSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 39
30-Day Fills 99.8
Days Supply 2,972
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims85.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills208.2
Peer Average Days Supply6,212
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $694.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.03

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 selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Montelukast Sodium

Generic Formulation: Montelukast SodiumSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 81.0
Days Supply 2,430
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills139.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,157
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $693.49 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.90

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

Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 149.3
Days Supply 4,480
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims89.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills206.9
Peer Average Days Supply6,164
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 44.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $659.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.57

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 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Ondansetron Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ondansetron HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 210
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.1
Peer Average Days Supply293
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $36.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.07

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Oxybutynin Chloride Er

Generic Formulation: Oxybutynin ChlorideSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,545
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $555.88 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$37.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$45.13

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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida).

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 117.0
Days Supply 3,510
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims67.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills144.3
Peer Average Days Supply4,282
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 28.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $769.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.80

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

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Paroxetine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Paroxetine HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 33.1
Days Supply 994
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,540
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 42.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $273.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.64

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

Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression.

Pioglitazone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Pioglitazone HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 44.0
Days Supply 1,320
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills85.6
Peer Average Days Supply2,559
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 51.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $337.92 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.41

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

Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called glitazones) used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. It works by helping to restore your body's proper response to insulin, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Pioglitazone is used either alone or in combination with other diabetes medications (such as metformin or a sulfonylurea such as glyburide). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of pioglitazone.

Pramipexole Dihydrochloride

Generic Formulation: Pramipexole Di-HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,400
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 54.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $242.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.79

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

Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. It can improve your ability to move and can decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Pravastatin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pravastatin SodiumSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,800
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills142.4
Peer Average Days Supply4,255
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $213.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.18

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

Clinical Summary

An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES).

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Propranolol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Propranolol HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 1,050
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,237
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $856.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$65.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.15

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 formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers.

Quetiapine Fumarate

Generic Formulation: Quetiapine FumarateSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 21.1
Days Supply 622
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills73.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,103
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $245.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.89

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.22

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

Clinical Summary

A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 147.3
Days Supply 4,420
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims83.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills217.7
Peer Average Days Supply6,509
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 41.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,019.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.05

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 HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Sertraline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Sertraline HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 84.5
Days Supply 2,512
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills108.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,191
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 39.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $346.55 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.85

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

Therapeutic Applications

Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Simvastatin

Generic Formulation: SimvastatinSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 93.0
Days Supply 2,746
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims73.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills192.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,752
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $233.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.63

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

Clinical Summary

A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,081
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills90.4
Peer Average Days Supply2,695
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 59.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $93.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.86

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.44

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 potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic).

Tamsulosin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tamsulosin HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 49
30-Day Fills 145.0
Days Supply 4,350
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims72.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills166.8
Peer Average Days Supply4,953
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.9% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $574.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.15

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

Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 38
30-Day Fills 110.0
Days Supply 3,300
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills105.3
Peer Average Days Supply3,101
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $552.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.68

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 depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: Valsartan/HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Family Practice
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 54.7
Days Supply 1,640
VA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills65.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,970
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across VA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $930.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.68

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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water.

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. DEREK YANG MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Brambelton, VA.

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 **Family 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.