GREGORY J LINDSAY MD
Prescription History 1942416607
Family Medicine in Buffalo Grove, IL
What does Dr. Lindsay prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Lindsay wrote 3,728 Medicare prescriptions for 89 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 523 prescriptions for 135 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. Lindsay prescribes.
Medications 89 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 Illinois 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 523 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (208). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $9.37 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 161 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $11.57 per fill, versus $10.46 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 119 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (120). Medicare paid $4.32 per fill, versus $7.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 106 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $7.31 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 106 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $8.27 per fill, versus $13.25 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 98 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 67% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (146). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $6.68 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 96 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $6.90 per fill, versus $6.66 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 93 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $12.45 per fill, versus $11.25 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 92 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $20.99 per fill, versus $12.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 92 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $9.51 per fill, versus $8.10 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 83 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $16.02 per fill, versus $14.59 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 72 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $6.08 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 71 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $12.48 per fill, versus $14.27 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 67 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $984.59 per fill, versus $1,303.69 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 61 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $2.51 per fill, versus $4.12 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 60 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 73% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $14.16 per fill, versus $12.56 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 58 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $6.64 per fill, versus $5.95 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 57 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $8.03 per fill, versus $9.73 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 53 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $9.41 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 47 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 67% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $20.94 per fill, versus $20.03 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 47 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.92 per fill, versus $6.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 47 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 85% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.99 per fill, versus $9.22 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 47 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $8.60 per fill, versus $8.82 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 46 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $5.64 per fill, versus $9.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 44 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $23.28 per fill, versus $23.87 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 44 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 75% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $14.44 per fill, versus $10.66 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 41 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.66 per fill, versus $8.39 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 40 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.66 per fill, versus $5.65 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 38 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 77% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $12.84 per fill, versus $8.38 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 38 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 60% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $10.33 per fill, versus $8.47 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 36 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $2.88 per fill, versus $5.14 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 36 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $7.94 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 35 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 40% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $18.17 per fill, versus $15.83 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 33 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.78 per fill, versus $17.40 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 32 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,459.01 per fill, versus $1,039.71 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 31 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $14.25 per fill, versus $18.12 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 30 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $10.25 per fill, versus $13.03 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 30 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $8.85 per fill, versus $5.20 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 30 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $2.75 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 29 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $16.64 per fill, versus $12.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 28 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.47 per fill, versus $14.96 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 28 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $23.20 per fill, versus $14.22 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 28 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 61% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $2.39 per fill, versus $3.88 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 27 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $24.49 per fill, versus $31.97 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 medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 26 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 86% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.02 per fill, versus $12.92 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 26 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $9.46 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 to treat moderate to severe pain, including pain from surgery, muscle pain, and migraine headaches.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 25 prescriptions for Butorphanol Tartrate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (15). Medicare paid $42.62 per fill, versus $83.53 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 25 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $5.12 per fill, versus $5.68 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 23 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 61% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $35.79 per fill, versus $29.14 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 23 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 63% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $18.41 per fill, versus $13.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 23 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 69% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $15.74 per fill, versus $25.92 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 22 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 61% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.43 per fill, versus $6.92 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 21 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 29% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $9.83 per fill, versus $7.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 21 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.39 per fill, versus $9.75 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 used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 20 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $4.48 per fill, versus $6.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 20 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $14.64 per fill, versus $8.56 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 20 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 81% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.67 per fill, versus $31.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 18 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 34% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $8.25 per fill, versus $12.03 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 18 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 72% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.96 per fill, versus $26.65 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 18 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 64% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.27 per fill, versus $28.71 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 18 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 42% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $131.21 per fill, versus $130.05 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 17 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $10.08 per fill, versus $12.48 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 17 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 80% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $40.81 per fill, versus $28.51 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
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 17 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $17.32 per fill, versus $8.49 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 a combination of two drugs, an ACE inhibitor (benazepril) and a "water pill"/diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 16 prescriptions for Benazepril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 89% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $9.84 per fill, versus $27.98 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 treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 16 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 72% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $21.23 per fill, versus $23.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 16 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.19 per fill, versus $8.97 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 15 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.98 per fill, versus $14.92 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 15 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 61% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $31.79 per fill, versus $47.28 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 15 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1,586.63 per fill, versus $913.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 14 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $41.00 per fill, versus $28.67 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
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 14 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 41% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $400.16 per fill, versus $513.05 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 treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 14 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.91 per fill, versus $27.84 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 14 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 69% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $48.47 per fill, versus $39.78 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
Lovastatin 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 14 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.79 per fill, versus $8.92 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 13 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $19.62 per fill, versus $21.99 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
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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 13 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 14% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $1,074.30 per fill, versus $848.57 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.54 per fill, versus $11.13 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $143.87 per fill, versus $156.43 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 28% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $21.79 per fill, versus $8.63 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 34% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $34.70 per fill, versus $26.40 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $4.09 per fill, versus $8.26 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $6.32 per fill, versus $16.86 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl Er, about 67% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $114.19 per fill, versus $73.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $3.43 per fill, versus $9.36 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 12 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 33% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.59 per fill, versus $17.70 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 Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 11 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 16% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $10.66 per fill, versus $8.63 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
This medication is used along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 11 prescriptions for Chlorhexidine Gluconate, about 29% as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $11.99 per fill, versus $4.89 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 with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Illinois prescribers
Dr. Lindsay wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical Illinois prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $5.03 per fill, versus $12.49 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. Lindsay’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Lindsay prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Lindsay's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (523), Levothyroxine Sodium (161) and Lisinopril (119).
How does Dr. Lindsay's prescribing compare with other Illinois prescribers?
Of the 89 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Lindsay prescribes 8 more often than the typical Illinois prescriber, 24 about as often and 57 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Lindsay 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 Illinois 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.
