RAFAEL PAPALEO MD
Prescription History 1932190899
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Troy, NY
What does Dr. Papaleo prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Papaleo wrote 12,952 Medicare prescriptions for 98 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 1,191 prescriptions for 374 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. Papaleo prescribes.
Medications 98 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 New York 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 1,191 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 6.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $10.69 per fill, versus $10.41 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 762 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 14 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $13.68 per fill, versus $10.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 661 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 7.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $1,316.81 per fill, versus $874.81 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 594 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 4.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $11.78 per fill, versus $14.99 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 524 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 4.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $9.47 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 518 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 8.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $5.44 per fill, versus $6.87 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 480 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 5.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $5.26 per fill, versus $6.94 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 441 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 11 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.49 per fill, versus $8.37 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 415 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 3.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $16.50 per fill, versus $14.37 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 390 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 5.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $5.87 per fill, versus $8.04 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 389 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $5.04 per fill, versus $6.16 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
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 360 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about 9.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $76.75 per fill, versus $77.53 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 338 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 4.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $3.99 per fill, versus $4.82 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 317 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 5.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.21 per fill, versus $8.29 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 308 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 7.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $4.43 per fill, versus $7.92 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 290 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 7.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $28.25 per fill, versus $26.15 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 271 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 7.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $26.83 per fill, versus $30.46 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 243 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 5.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $14.93 per fill, versus $13.78 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 209 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.36 per fill, versus $18.50 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 201 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 6.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $25.87 per fill, versus $30.63 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 192 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 4.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.85 per fill, versus $13.13 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 191 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 5.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $29.51 per fill, versus $26.33 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 185 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 5.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $17.73 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 169 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 3.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $31.31 per fill, versus $25.74 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 159 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $5.90 per fill, versus $4.36 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
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 151 prescriptions for Entresto, about 2.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,520.53 per fill, versus $1,039.97 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 a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 123 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 3.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $17.09 per fill, versus $16.96 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
Nebivolol is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 121 prescriptions for Nebivolol Hcl, about 3.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $53.76 per fill, versus $58.16 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 107 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 2.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $32.37 per fill, versus $23.72 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
Ticagrelor is used along with low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart attack and stroke in people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or at increased risk for heart disease or stroke (for example, due to diabetes, history of transient ischemic attack-TIA).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 104 prescriptions for Brilinta, about 4.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $629.64 per fill, versus $680.69 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 102 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 3.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.95 per fill, versus $23.71 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 96 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $11.74 per fill, versus $11.48 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 95 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,065.99 per fill, versus $874.06 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 92 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $15.44 per fill, versus $13.04 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 86 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.55 per fill, versus $7.11 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 85 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,504.39 per fill, versus $942.48 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
Felodipine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 84 prescriptions for Felodipine Er, about 3.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $25.60 per fill, versus $22.93 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 79 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 2.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $19.92 per fill, versus $16.56 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
Nadolol is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 79 prescriptions for Nadolol, about 3.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $57.28 per fill, versus $55.08 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 76 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $17.86 per fill, versus $28.60 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 68 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $20.74 per fill, versus $22.91 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 59 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.10 per fill, versus $13.12 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 59 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 84% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $12.57 per fill, versus $11.79 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
Prasugrel is used with aspirin by patients with heart disease (recent heart attack, unstable angina) who undergo a certain heart procedure (angioplasty).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 58 prescriptions for Prasugrel Hcl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $33.81 per fill, versus $66.84 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 55 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.14 per fill, versus $12.21 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 51 prescriptions for Farxiga, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $1,406.10 per fill, versus $974.53 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 to treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 50 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $6.03 per fill, versus $7.91 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 48 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $38.18 per fill, versus $27.53 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 high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 47 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $6.51 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
Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 47 prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about 2.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $51.93 per fill, versus $21.54 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 46 prescriptions for Torsemide, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $12.52 per fill, versus $15.60 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 serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 41 prescriptions for Sotalol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.55 per fill, versus $20.33 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 40 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $6.95 per fill, versus $8.15 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 35 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $3.94 per fill, versus $15.82 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 35 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $19.35 per fill, versus $30.22 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 34 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $7.60 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 31 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $18.68 per fill, versus $16.11 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 30 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $26.70 per fill, versus $25.69 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 30 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 37% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $27.66 per fill, versus $12.77 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 29 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $25.10 per fill, versus $25.78 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 29 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $11.72 per fill, versus $13.15 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 product is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 29 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Amlodipine-Hctz, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $86.91 per fill, versus $91.67 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 28 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $30.22 per fill, versus $16.49 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as atrial fibrillation/flutter).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 28 prescriptions for Dofetilide, about 85% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $448.05 per fill, versus $310.56 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 to lower the risk of death from heart attack and stroke in people with heart disease who are overweight or obese.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 28 prescriptions for Wegovy, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $1,564.38 per fill, versus $1,423.26 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 anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 27 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $13.56 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 27 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.23 per fill, versus $10.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 26 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $23.73 per fill, versus $21.31 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 25 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $29.12 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 24 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.13 per fill, versus $6.31 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 24 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $23.01 per fill, versus $17.57 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 24 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $810.06 per fill, versus $832.82 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 23 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 38% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,183.04 per fill, versus $1,011.66 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 22 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.50 per fill, versus $30.41 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 for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 22 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $112.03 per fill, versus $60.75 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 high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 22 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.19 per fill, versus $15.17 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
Bempedoic acid is used along with a proper diet and other medications to help lower "bad" cholesterol (such as LDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 21 prescriptions for Nexletol, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $849.74 per fill, versus $584.57 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 21 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,269.61 per fill, versus $1,284.03 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 21 prescriptions for Verapamil Sr, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $83.24 per fill, versus $87.25 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
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 20 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $31.36 per fill, versus $22.40 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
Alirocumab is used by people who have blockage in the heart blood vessels to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of chest pain that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 20 prescriptions for Praluent Pen, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $477.74 per fill, versus $697.65 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 19 prescriptions for Flecainide Acetate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $61.99 per fill, versus $36.90 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 19 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $281.41 per fill, versus $80.43 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 18 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $25.06 per fill, versus $33.48 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 18 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $3.23 per fill, versus $3.04 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 18 prescriptions for Dilt-Xr, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $26.52 per fill, versus $36.89 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
This medication is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 17 prescriptions for Eplerenone, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $25.74 per fill, versus $79.96 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
This medication is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in people with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 17 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin Patch, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $57.42 per fill, versus $30.21 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 16 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $7.54 per fill, versus $10.03 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 15 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.07 per fill, versus $7.82 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 15 prescriptions for Icosapent Ethyl, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $70.13 per fill, versus $190.89 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
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia and atrial fibrillation).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 15 prescriptions for Propafenone Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $44.30 per fill, versus $30.79 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 14 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $30.92 per fill, versus $21.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metolazone is a "water pill" (diuretic) that increases the amount of urine you make, which causes your body to get rid of excess water.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 14 prescriptions for Metolazone, about 63% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $23.74 per fill, versus $20.20 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
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 14 prescriptions for Ramipril, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $5.62 per fill, versus $11.08 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 14 prescriptions for Tiadylt Er, about 79% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $36.54 per fill, versus $31.73 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 14 prescriptions for Verapamil Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $19.77 per fill, versus $10.68 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 if you have had certain types of irregular heartbeat (paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation) in the past but now have a normal heart rhythm.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Papaleo wrote 13 prescriptions for Multaq, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,106.39 per fill, versus $1,220.47 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. Papaleo’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Papaleo prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Papaleo's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (1,191), Clopidogrel (762) and Eliquis (661).
How does Dr. Papaleo's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 98 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Papaleo prescribes 50 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 24 about as often and 24 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Papaleo 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 New York 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.
