RICHARD A. CHRISTENSEN-DALIA MD
Prescription History 1952485021
Family Medicine in Novato, CA
What does Dr. Christensen-Dalia prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 4,970 Medicare prescriptions for 95 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 427 prescriptions for 147 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. Christensen-Dalia prescribes.
Medications 95 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 California 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 427 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $13.02 per fill, versus $10.47 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 300 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $11.85 per fill, versus $8.30 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 264 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $12.15 per fill, versus $10.35 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 243 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $12.00 per fill, versus $7.08 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 231 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $11.10 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 217 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $17.83 per fill, versus $13.30 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 162 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.36 per fill, versus $9.03 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 116 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $15.10 per fill, versus $9.20 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 116 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.88 per fill, versus $10.59 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 108 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $10.86 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 102 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $14.19 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 96 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.70 per fill, versus $9.65 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 94 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.96 per fill, versus $13.87 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 91 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.64 per fill, versus $10.39 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 89 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $19.15 per fill, versus $15.63 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 89 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $10.32 per fill, versus $11.26 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 86 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $17.23 per fill, versus $28.70 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 79 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $14.65 per fill, versus $15.02 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 72 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $13.39 per fill, versus $14.23 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 70 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $10.38 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 69 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $19.71 per fill, versus $21.39 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 59 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $23.49 per fill, versus $15.10 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 59 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $9.99 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
Ciclesonide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 57 prescriptions for Alvesco, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $100.50 per fill, versus $143.20 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 54 prescriptions for Ozempic, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $751.17 per fill, versus $1,102.15 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 53 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $11.44 per fill, versus $15.64 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 52 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.18 per fill, versus $18.27 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 52 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $14.56 per fill, versus $9.26 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 44 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.16 per fill, versus $6.25 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 44 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.88 per fill, versus $9.93 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 41 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $12.65 per fill, versus $9.59 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 40 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $9.60 per fill, versus $6.39 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 37 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $9.41 per fill, versus $6.52 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 36 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $18.33 per fill, versus $12.42 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 or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 36 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $10.63 per fill, versus $45.46 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 36 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $188.09 per fill, versus $186.48 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 vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 35 prescriptions for Adacel Tdap, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $51.00 per fill, versus $52.46 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 32 prescriptions for Cefadroxil, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.19 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 32 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 76% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $6.71 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
Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 32 prescriptions for Pradaxa, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $274.23 per fill, versus $256.95 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 32 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $46.81 per fill, versus $37.76 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 31 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $29.86 per fill, versus $32.58 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 31 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.10 per fill, versus $11.85 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 31 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $18.47 per fill, versus $29.84 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 30 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $24.07 per fill, versus $13.71 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 29 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.57 per fill, versus $7.09 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 28 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $18.72 per fill, versus $14.75 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 27 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $17.37 per fill, versus $16.05 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 24 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $23.02 per fill, versus $25.68 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 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 24 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 60% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $14.56 per fill, versus $11.33 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 23 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 78% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.19 per fill, versus $22.84 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 23 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $15.08 per fill, versus $6.24 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 23 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $12.88 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
This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 22 prescriptions for Arexvy, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $147.00 per fill, versus $269.05 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
Felodipine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 22 prescriptions for Felodipine Er, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $24.15 per fill, versus $31.59 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 22 prescriptions for Fluocinonide, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $18.84 per fill, versus $39.72 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 22 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $9.97 per fill, versus $10.71 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 22 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $32.35 per fill, versus $24.00 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 21 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $30.36 per fill, versus $26.67 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 21 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.87 per fill, versus $10.86 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 20 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.90 per fill, versus $10.05 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 19 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $24.42 per fill, versus $14.35 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 18 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 31% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $502.92 per fill, versus $933.82 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
Liraglutide is used either alone or with other medications, and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 18 prescriptions for Liraglutide, about 88% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $713.57 per fill, versus $643.53 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 18 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $5.84 per fill, versus $6.02 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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 17 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $10.54 per fill, versus $8.98 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 16 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.30 per fill, versus $8.24 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 insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.45 per fill, versus $20.54 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 16 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $9.78 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 16 prescriptions for Verapamil Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $20.81 per fill, versus $11.16 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 15 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.64 per fill, versus $9.18 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 15 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.40 per fill, versus $19.05 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 15 prescriptions for Naproxen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $12.61 per fill, versus $9.70 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 15 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $26.46 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 15 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $834.82 per fill, versus $597.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 15 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Nano Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $19.16 per fill, versus $57.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 15 prescriptions for Veo Insulin Syringe, about 62% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $24.17 per fill, versus $23.49 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 14 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $51.46 per fill, versus $17.48 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 14 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.58 per fill, versus $4.49 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 14 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $26.88 per fill, versus $18.90 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 14 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $26.00 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 medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 14 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $4.62 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 treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 14 prescriptions for Temazepam, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.41 per fill, versus $13.53 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 14 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 81% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $53.87 per fill, versus $31.36 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
Liraglutide is used either alone or with other medications, and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 14 prescriptions for Victoza 2-Pak, about 60% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $619.94 per fill, versus $665.12 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 13 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $27.58 per fill, versus $24.72 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
Combination isophane/regular insulin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 13 prescriptions for Humulin 70/30 Kwikpen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $102.88 per fill, versus $252.00 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 13 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.16 per fill, versus $4.39 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 12 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $14.45 per fill, versus $11.14 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 combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 12 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $42.82 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 medication is used to treat acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 12 prescriptions for Retin-A, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $21.35 per fill, versus $31.01 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 11 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.21 per fill, versus $15.58 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 11 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.69 per fill, versus $64.75 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 11 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.79 per fill, versus $18.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Christensen-Dalia wrote 11 prescriptions for Veo Insulin Syringe, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $21.40 per fill, versus $23.07 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. Christensen-Dalia’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Christensen-Dalia prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Christensen-Dalia's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (427), Lisinopril (300) and Losartan Potassium (264).
How does Dr. Christensen-Dalia's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 95 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Christensen-Dalia prescribes 22 more often than the typical California prescriber, 21 about as often and 52 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Christensen-Dalia 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 California 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.
