DR. JOSEPH PAUL SCHUSTER D.P.M.
Prescription History 1922015346
Podiatrist in Minneapolis, MN


Quality Rating: 82.34 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since August 01, 2006

Contact Information

2512 SOUTH 7TH STREET, FIRST FLOOR, R102
UNIVERSITY ORTHOPEADICS
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
ZIP 55454
Phone: (612) 884-0649

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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. JOSEPH PAUL SCHUSTER D.P.M., an active Podiatrist specialist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Our medical registry currently tracks 15 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 844 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Ciclopirox, which accounts for 254 claims alone.


Ammonium Lactate

Generic Formulation: Ammonium LactateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 52.2
Days Supply 1,531
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.5
Peer Average Days Supply734
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 100.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $982.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.32

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.71

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 normal intermediate in the fermentation (oxidation, metabolism) of sugar. The concentrated form is used internally to prevent gastrointestinal fermentation. (From Stedman, 26th ed)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat dry, scaly skin conditions (such as xerosis, ichthyosis vulgaris) and can also help relieve itching from these conditions. This medication works by increasing the moisture in the skin.

Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 29
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 418
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.3
Peer Average Days Supply189
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 45.0% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $514.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.58

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 fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. 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.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 114
30-Day Fills 114.0
Days Supply 1,736
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.8
Peer Average Days Supply337
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 322.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,033.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.06

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.52

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 semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Ciclopirox

Generic Formulation: Ciclopirox OlamineSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 254
30-Day Fills 306.3
Days Supply 8,030
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.1
Peer Average Days Supply660
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 1,109.5% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,313.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.71

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 and pyridinone derivative that is used for the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and nails, and for treatment of VAGINAL YEAST INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails. It is used as part of a treatment program that may include the removal of unattached, infected nails by a health care professional. Ciclopirox works by stopping the growth of fungus.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 298
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.5
Peer Average Days Supply182
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $181.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.67

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.60

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 broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Clindamycin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 48
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 685
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.6
Peer Average Days Supply126
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 128.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $575.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.99

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

An antibacterial agent that is a semisynthetic analog of LINCOMYCIN.

Therapeutic Applications

Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Clotrimazole

Generic Formulation: ClotrimazoleSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 384
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills17.0
Peer Average Days Supply333
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $287.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.14

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$29.10

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 imidazole derivative with a broad spectrum of antimycotic activity. It inhibits biosynthesis of the sterol ergostol, an important component of fungal CELL MEMBRANES. Its action leads to increased membrane permeability and apparent disruption of enzyme systems bound to the membrane.

Therapeutic Applications

Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis). This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus.

Diclofenac Sodium

Generic Formulation: Diclofenac SodiumSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 63
30-Day Fills 68.9
Days Supply 1,609
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.5
Peer Average Days Supply648
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 110.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,991.38 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.74

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.

Econazole Nitrate

Generic Formulation: Econazole NitrateSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 125
30-Day Fills 157.2
Days Supply 4,442
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.1
Peer Average Days Supply567
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 495.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $9,264.93 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$74.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$55.24

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

An imidazole derivative that is commonly used as a topical antifungal agent.

Therapeutic Applications

Econazole is used to treat a variety of fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. Econazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,095
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $725.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$48.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.48

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

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 318
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.6
Peer Average Days Supply208
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $267.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.09

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 L-isomer of Ofloxacin.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Levofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Levofloxacin injection is used if you cannot take the medication by mouth. 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.

Nystatin

Generic Formulation: NystatinSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 43.0
Days Supply 1,171
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.6
Peer Average Days Supply444
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 43.5% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,070.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$32.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.44

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

Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3.

Therapeutic Applications

Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus.

Nystatin-Triamcinolone

Generic Formulation: Nystatin/Triamcinolone AcetSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.5
Days Supply 495
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims15.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.3
Peer Average Days Supply314
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,965.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$109.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$56.31

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.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat fungal skin infections. This product contains nystatin, an anti-fungal drug that works by stopping the growth of fungus. It also contains triamcinolone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling, itching, and redness. This medication treats only fungal skin infections. It will not work for other types of skin infections (such as infections caused by bacteria, viruses). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Terbinafine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Terbinafine HclSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 960
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply853
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 31.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $409.39 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.49

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.73

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.

Therapeutic Applications

Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail). It works by stopping the growth of fungus. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as antifungals.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Podiatry
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 37.3
Days Supply 876
MN State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills33.5
Peer Average Days Supply783
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MN. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $270.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.52

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.86

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 esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

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. JOSEPH PAUL SCHUSTER D.P.M. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Minneapolis, MN.

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 **Podiatrist** 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.