DR. JUAN ANTONIO RIOS FUENTES M.D.
Prescription History 1922014109
Orthopaedic Surgery in Manati, PR

NPI Status: Active since July 31, 2006

Contact Information

CARR 2 KM 15.7
TORRE MEDICA PEDRO BLANCO 1 SUITE 313
MANATI, PR
ZIP 00674
Phone: (787) 854-7979
Fax: (787) 884-3033

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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. JUAN ANTONIO RIOS FUENTES M.D., an active Orthopaedic Surgery specialist practicing in Manati, PR. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 2,050 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Diclofenac Potassium, which accounts for 1,133 claims alone.


Acetaminophen-Codeine

Generic Formulation: Acetaminophen With CodeineSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 59
30-Day Fills 59.0
Days Supply 236
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.5
Peer Average Days Supply320
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 55.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $405.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.88

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

See also Warning section. This combination medication is used to help relieve mild to moderate pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (codeine) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Codeine works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Cefadroxil

Generic Formulation: CefadroxilSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 179
30-Day Fills 179.0
Days Supply 1,258
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.4
Peer Average Days Supply279
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 371.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,278.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.88

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

Long-acting, broad-spectrum, water-soluble, CEPHALEXIN derivative.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. 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.

Celecoxib

Generic Formulation: CelecoxibSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 40
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 615
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.5
Peer Average Days Supply874
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 29.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $701.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.53

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.53

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Diclofenac Potassium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac PotassiumSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 1,133
30-Day Fills 1,133.0
Days Supply 17,277
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims64.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,467
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,670.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $27,548.77 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.07

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

Clinical Summary

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This powder form of diclofenac is used to treat migraine headaches. Diclofenac is not used to prevent migraines from happening or lessen how often you get them. Diclofenac is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever.

Diclofenac Sodium Er

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 962
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills47.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,264
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,823.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$50.64

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$57.56

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 non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Enoxaparin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Enoxaparin SodiumSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 179
30-Day Fills 179.0
Days Supply 216
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.1
Peer Average Days Supply411
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 517.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,499.64 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$84.64

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

Enoxaparin is used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots. This helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. This medication helps keep your blood flowing smoothly by lowering the activity of clotting proteins in the blood. Enoxaparin is an anticoagulant, also known as a blood thinner. It is a type of heparin. Conditions which increase your risk of developing blood clots include certain types of surgeries (such as knee/hip replacement, abdominal), long periods of being immobile, certain types of heart attack, and a specific type of chest pain called unstable angina. For some medical conditions, enoxaparin may be used in combination with other blood thinners.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 420
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims262.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills390.8
Peer Average Days Supply11,611
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 95.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $64.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.39

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.48

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

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Meloxicam

Generic Formulation: MeloxicamSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 42
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,215
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims78.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills83.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,241
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 46.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $156.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.07

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 107
30-Day Fills 107.0
Days Supply 642
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims45.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.2
Peer Average Days Supply415
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 137.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,115.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.44

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 PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Nabumetone

Generic Formulation: NabumetoneSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 97
30-Day Fills 97.0
Days Supply 1,538
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims63.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,506
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 54.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,065.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.73

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 butanone non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX2) inhibitor that is used in the management of pain associated with OSTEOARTHRITIS and RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Nabumetone is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section.

Oxycodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Oxycodone Hcl/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 126
30-Day Fills 126.0
Days Supply 525
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.0
Peer Average Days Supply983
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 142.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $698.35 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.54

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.57

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 126
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.9
Peer Average Days Supply344
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $75.84 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.46

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.61

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 drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Sulindac

Generic Formulation: SulindacSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 158
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims47.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,171
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $92.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.27

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

Clinical Summary

A sulfinylindene derivative prodrug whose sulfinyl moiety is converted in vivo to an active NSAID analgesic. Specifically, the prodrug is converted by liver enzymes to a sulfide which is excreted in the bile and then reabsorbed from the intestine. This helps to maintain constant blood levels with reduced gastrointestinal side effects.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Sulindac is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. It is also used to treat arthritis of the spine, gouty arthritis, and shoulder bursitis/tendonitis. Sulindac is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. This effect helps to decrease swelling, pain, or fever. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 147
PR State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills53.0
Peer Average Days Supply983
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 77.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside PR. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $61.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.49

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

A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

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. JUAN ANTONIO RIOS FUENTES M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Manati, PR.

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 **Orthopaedic Surgery** 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.