RUBEN MICHAEL BARROSO DO
Prescription History 1922673243
Family Medicine in Manistee, MI
What does Dr. Barroso prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Barroso wrote 420 Medicare prescriptions for 20 medications. The most prescribed was Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (hydrocodone/acetaminophen), with 63 prescriptions for 31 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. Barroso prescribes.
Medications 20 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 Michigan prescribers.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 63 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 68% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $28.25 per fill, versus $14.86 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 50 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $10.05 per fill, versus $14.20 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 26 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 13% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (194). Medicare paid $14.67 per fill, versus $13.68 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 24 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 23% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $18.50 per fill, versus $14.15 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 depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 23 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1.88 per fill, versus $10.57 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 21 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 16% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $9.06 per fill, versus $7.48 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 19 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 41% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.62 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 17 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.32 per fill, versus $6.85 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 17 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 15% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $9.75 per fill, versus $17.89 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 16 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.23 per fill, versus $6.67 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 16 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 22% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $3.01 per fill, versus $5.64 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 24% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $42.64 per fill, versus $20.69 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 treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 15 prescriptions for Amlodipine-Olmesartan, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $45.02 per fill, versus $57.77 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 15 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.87 per fill, versus $15.48 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 15 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 10% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $13.91 per fill, versus $12.66 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 15 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 12% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $8.21 per fill, versus $8.52 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 14 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $9.97 per fill, versus $5.99 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 13 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 20% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $26.69 per fill, versus $35.99 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 13 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 20% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $3.28 per fill, versus $4.91 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Barroso wrote 12 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 14% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $13.17 per fill, versus $19.34 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. Barroso’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Barroso prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Barroso's most prescribed medications were Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (63), Gabapentin (50) and Atorvastatin Calcium (26).
How does Dr. Barroso's prescribing compare with other Michigan prescribers?
Of the 20 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Barroso prescribes 20 less often than the typical Michigan prescriber. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Barroso 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 Michigan 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.
