SANDRA NEWSOM FNP
Prescription History 1912901521
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Horn Lake, MS
What does Sandra Newsom prescribe?
In 2024, Sandra Newsom wrote 2,159 Medicare prescriptions for 63 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 143 prescriptions for 43 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 Sandra Newsom prescribes.
Medications 63 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
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 143 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 79% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $6.46 per fill, versus $7.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 106 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (185). Medicare paid $3.65 per fill, versus $4.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 106 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 79% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (134). Medicare paid $6.81 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 103 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 88% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $7.45 per fill, versus $9.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 98 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 72% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $10.90 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 88 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 89% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $4.21 per fill, versus $5.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 80 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $7.68 per fill, versus $9.61 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
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 75 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $13.26 per fill, versus $12.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 62 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $8.07 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 53 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 80% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $3.48 per fill, versus $7.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 46 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $5.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 45 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $2.65 per fill, versus $3.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 43 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 63% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $40.26 per fill, versus $32.76 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
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 41 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $11.34 per fill, versus $9.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 41 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 87% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.50 per fill, versus $6.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 39 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 63% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.09 per fill, versus $8.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 39 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $6.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 38 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.61 per fill, versus $7.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 38 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 67% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $3.86 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 38 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 32% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $3.06 per fill, versus $8.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 38 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 36% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $10.87 per fill, versus $17.46 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 37 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.92 per fill, versus $20.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 37 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $2.13 per fill, versus $4.96 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 35 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 86% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.63 per fill, versus $2.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 31 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 29% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $2.31 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 30 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $10.52 per fill, versus $9.00 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 30 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $3.52 per fill, versus $5.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 28 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 29% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $3.06 per fill, versus $6.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 27 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 33% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $5.93 per fill, versus $7.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 25 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 64% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.50 per fill, versus $9.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 25 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $2.68 per fill, versus $7.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 24 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 29% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $2.64 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 23 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 67% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.99 per fill, versus $10.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 21 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $20.18 per fill, versus $26.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 21 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 62% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $467.28 per fill, versus $481.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 21 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 30% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $1,038.37 per fill, versus $1,242.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 19 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 36% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $18.71 per fill, versus $19.72 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.35 per fill, versus $10.54 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 19 prescriptions for Torsemide, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $13.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 19 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $5.71 per fill, versus $7.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 16 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $17.61 per fill, versus $15.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 16 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 32% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $5.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 16 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 23% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $10.48 per fill, versus $8.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 15 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.63 per fill, versus $9.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 15 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 60% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $136.79 per fill, versus $153.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 17% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $2.65 per fill, versus $3.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 15 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 65% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $15.54 per fill, versus $16.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 15 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 26% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $4.45 per fill, versus $6.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 14 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 33% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.90 per fill, versus $29.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 14 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 12% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $12.40 per fill, versus $11.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.16 per fill, versus $7.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 13 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 27% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $3.46 per fill, versus $10.48 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 in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 13 prescriptions for Testosterone Cypionate, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $39.41 per fill, versus $40.53 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 13 prescriptions for Vascepa, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $442.52 per fill, versus $525.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 12 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $20.00 per fill, versus $18.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 12 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 18% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $1,690.15 per fill, versus $927.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 12 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $78.73 per fill, versus $40.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $18.12 per fill, versus $16.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 12 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 17% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $8.24 per fill, versus $10.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 12 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 22% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $557.96 per fill, versus $769.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $5.90 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 11 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $27.61 per fill, versus $11.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Mississippi prescribers
Sandra Newsom wrote 11 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 19% as often as the typical Mississippi prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $13.70 per fill, versus $7.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Sandra Newsom’s prescriptions
What does Sandra Newsom prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Sandra Newsom's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (143), Amlodipine Besylate (106) and Levothyroxine Sodium (106).
How does Sandra Newsom's prescribing compare with other Mississippi prescribers?
Of the 63 medications with a state comparison, Sandra Newsom prescribes 12 about as often than the typical Mississippi prescriber and 51 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Sandra Newsom 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.
