FRANCIS GARNER BELL DO
Prescription History 1912437310
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Hattiesburg, MS
What does Dr. Bell prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Bell wrote 448 Medicare prescriptions for 15 medications. The most prescribed was Ondansetron Hcl, with 65 prescriptions for 34 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. Bell prescribes.
Medications 15 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 Mississippi prescribers.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 65 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.35 per fill, versus $9.53 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 58 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.63 per fill, versus $7.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 51 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $21.82 per fill, versus $25.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 46 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 40% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $26.95 per fill, versus $15.96 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
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 Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 42 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $671.21 per fill, versus $717.76 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
Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 33 prescriptions for Anastrozole, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $16.28 per fill, versus $12.20 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 Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 32 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $3.58 per fill, versus $3.46 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 25 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 22% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $6.20 per fill, versus $9.77 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 20 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 34% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.00 per fill, versus $16.72 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 15 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 11% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $8.52 per fill, versus $12.25 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 medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 13 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 24% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $23.43 per fill, versus $30.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat lung cancer.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 13 prescriptions for Tagrisso, about 72% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $16,603.75 per fill, versus $16,694.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used by people with sickle cell anemia to reduce the number of painful crises caused by the disease and to reduce the need for blood transfusions.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydroxyurea, about 35% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $10.47 per fill, versus $19.48 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 used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 15% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $18.00 per fill, versus $18.02 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 medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Dr. Bell wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 36% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $16.19 per fill, versus $11.96 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. Bell’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Bell prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Bell's most prescribed medications were Ondansetron Hcl (65), Promethazine Hcl (58) and Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (51).
How does Dr. Bell's prescribing compare with other Mississippi prescribers?
Of the 15 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Bell prescribes 2 more often than the typical Mississippi prescriber and 13 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Bell 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 Mississippi 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.
