DR. RADHIKA RAO MD
Prescription History 1952485708
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Saint Louis, MO
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. RADHIKA RAO MD, an active Psychiatry specialist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Our medical registry currently tracks 99 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 12,944 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Quetiapine Fumarate, which accounts for 894 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2023)Rx (2023) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other MO PrescribersVs. MO Avg |
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| Quetiapine Fumarate | 894 | $39.09 | ▲ More than typical |
About Quetiapine Fumarate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 894 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 12 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (72). Medicare paid an average of $39.09 per fill, versus $28.28 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 1,070.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 30,408 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trazodone Hcl | 863 | $10.57▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 863 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 9.7 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (89). Medicare paid an average of $10.57 per fill, versus $12.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 1,089.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 30,704 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Alprazolam | 696 | $6.67▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238) In 2023, this provider wrote 696 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 6.1 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (114). Medicare paid an average of $6.67 per fill, versus $9.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 816.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 23,882 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonazepam | 604 | $9.17▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Clonazepam: Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is also used to treat panic attacks. Clonazepam works by calming your brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. An anticonvulsant used for several types of seizures, including myotonic or atonic seizures, photosensitive epilepsy, and absence seizures, although tolerance may develop. It is seldom effective in generalized tonic-clonic or partial seizures. The mechanism of action appears to involve the enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptor responses. In 2023, this provider wrote 604 Medicare prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 8.9 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (68). Medicare paid an average of $9.17 per fill, versus $9.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 743.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 21,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Aripiprazole | 478 | $96.02▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Aripiprazole: Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). Show more ▾ It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur. A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 478 Medicare prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 8.9 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (54). Medicare paid an average of $96.02 per fill, versus $114.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 612.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 17,939 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Sertraline Hcl | 448 | $9.96▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Sertraline Hcl: Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 448 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 5.6 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (80). Medicare paid an average of $9.96 per fill, versus $10.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 562.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 16,165 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Olanzapine | 429 | $53.68 | ▲ More than typical |
About Olanzapine: Olanzapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. This medication can help to decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section. A benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy. In 2023, this provider wrote 429 Medicare prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 6.9 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (62). Medicare paid an average of $53.68 per fill, versus $33.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 576.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 16,756 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Divalproex Sodium | 408 | $44.57▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Divalproex Sodium: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. Show more ▾ It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. In 2023, this provider wrote 408 Medicare prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 6.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (63). Medicare paid an average of $44.57 per fill, versus $44.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 444.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,133 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lorazepam | 403 | $9.39 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat serious seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). Show more ▾ It is also used before surgeries or procedures to cause drowsiness, decrease anxiety, and cause forgetfulness about the procedure or surgery. Lorazepam belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which produce a calming effect on the brain and nerves (central nervous system). It is thought to work by increasing the effect of a certain natural chemical (GABA) in the brain. A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 403 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 6.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (65). Medicare paid an average of $9.39 per fill, versus $8.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 449.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,945 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 396 | $11.99▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Escitalopram Oxalate: Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 396 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 6.1 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (65). Medicare paid an average of $11.99 per fill, versus $15.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 606.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 17,876 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Duloxetine Hcl | 373 | $27.72▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Duloxetine Hcl: Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ In addition, duloxetine is used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and decrease nervousness. It can also decrease pain due to certain medical conditions. Duloxetine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 373 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 5.3 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (70). Medicare paid an average of $27.72 per fill, versus $39.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 497.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,796 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 371 | $8.62▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 371 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 6.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (60). Medicare paid an average of $8.62 per fill, versus $9.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 477.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,926 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl | 363 | $19.83▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Bupropion Xl: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 363 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 7.7 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $19.83 per fill, versus $35.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 609.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 18,222 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Risperidone | 331 | $15.45 | ▲ More than typical |
About Risperidone: Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 331 Medicare prescriptions for Risperidone, about 5.7 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $15.45 per fill, versus $14.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 401.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 11,451 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Buspirone Hcl | 317 | $27.06 | ▲ More than typical |
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 317 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 5.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $27.06 per fill, versus $18.06 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 450.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,325 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lamotrigine | 288 | $15.65▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Lamotrigine: Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections). A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 288 Medicare prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $15.65 per fill, versus $16.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 476.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 14,184 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Divalproex Sodium ErDivalproex Sodium | 285 | $127.68 | ▲ More than typical |
About Divalproex Sodium Er: This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. Show more ▾ It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. In 2023, this provider wrote 285 Medicare prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 6.8 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $127.68 per fill, versus $94.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 323.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,141 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Benztropine Mesylate | 280 | $15.62 | ▲ More than typical |
About Benztropine Mesylate: Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol). Show more ▾ Benztropine belongs to a class of medication called anticholinergics that work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine). This helps decrease muscle stiffness, sweating, and the production of saliva, and helps improve walking ability in people with Parkinson's disease. Anticholinergics can stop severe muscle spasms of the back, neck, and eyes that are sometimes caused by psychiatric drugs. It can also decrease other side effects such as muscle stiffness/rigidity (extrapyramidal signs-EPS). It is not helpful in treating movement problems caused by tardive dyskinesia and may worsen them. Benztropine should not be used by children younger than 3 years. A centrally active muscarinic antagonist that has been used in the symptomatic treatment of PARKINSON DISEASE. Benztropine also inhibits the uptake of dopamine. In 2023, this provider wrote 280 Medicare prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 4.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (62). Medicare paid an average of $15.62 per fill, versus $13.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 328.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 277 | $14.75 | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This long-acting form of fluoxetine is used to treat depression in people who have been successfully treated with the form of fluoxetine that is taken daily. Show more ▾ Fluoxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). Fluoxetine may decrease anxiety, improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2023, this provider wrote 277 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 5.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $14.75 per fill, versus $14.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 415.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,314 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dextroamphetamine-AmphetamineDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 247 | $33.26▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 247 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 6.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $33.26 per fill, versus $41.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 259 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,740 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl | 246 | $29.14 | ▲ More than typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 246 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 5.3 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $29.14 per fill, versus $28.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 315 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,918 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide | 200 | $8.49 | ▲ More than typical |
About Citalopram Hbr: Citalopram is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2023, this provider wrote 200 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $8.49 per fill, versus $7.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 241.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,021 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ziprasidone Hcl | 162 | $100.09 | ▲ More than typical |
About Ziprasidone Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Ziprasidone belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 162 Medicare prescriptions for Ziprasidone Hcl, about 4.9 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $100.09 per fill, versus $98.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 242.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,145 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 161 | $37.24 | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydroxyzine Hcl: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. In 2023, this provider wrote 161 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 4.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $37.24 per fill, versus $20.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 189.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,519 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Mirtazapine | 148 | $12.10▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Mirtazapine: Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders. In 2023, this provider wrote 148 Medicare prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 2.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (61). Medicare paid an average of $12.10 per fill, versus $20.80 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 196.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,845 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lithium Carbonate | 139 | $10.60 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lithium Carbonate: This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors. A lithium salt, classified as a mood-stabilizing agent. Lithium ion alters the metabolism of BIOGENIC MONOAMINES in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, and affects multiple neurotransmission systems. In 2023, this provider wrote 139 Medicare prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about 3.7 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $10.60 per fill, versus $8.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 189.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,584 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clozapine | 137 | $121.86 | ▲ More than typical |
About Clozapine: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). Clozapine is a psychiatric medication (anti-psychotic type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Clozapine decreases hallucinations and helps prevent suicide in people who are likely to try to harm themselves. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. A tricylic dibenzodiazepine, classified as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It binds several types of central nervous system receptors, and displays a unique pharmacological profile. Clozapine is a serotonin antagonist, with strong binding to 5-HT 2A/2C receptor subtype. It also displays strong affinity to several dopaminergic receptors, but shows only weak antagonism at the dopamine D2 receptor, a receptor commonly thought to modulate neuroleptic activity. Agranulocytosis is a major adverse effect associated with administration of this agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 137 Medicare prescriptions for Clozapine, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (77). Medicare paid an average of $121.86 per fill, versus $65.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 137 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,684 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Oxcarbazepine | 117 | $32.63▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Oxcarbazepine: Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy). Show more ▾ A carbamazepine derivative that acts as a voltage-gated sodium channel blocker. It is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES with or without secondary generalization. It is also an inducer of CYTOCHROME P-450 CYP3A4. In 2023, this provider wrote 117 Medicare prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about 3.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (37). Medicare paid an average of $32.63 per fill, versus $56.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 120 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,414 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| VraylarCariprazine Hcl | 115 | $1,450.58 | ▲ More than typical |
About Vraylar: Cariprazine is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, bipolar depression, schizophrenia). Show more ▾ Cariprazine belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. In 2023, this provider wrote 115 Medicare prescriptions for Vraylar, about 3.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $1,450.58 per fill, versus $1,301.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 119.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,388 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Gabapentin | 110 | $15.90▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2023, this provider wrote 110 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (115). Medicare paid an average of $15.90 per fill, versus $23.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 148.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,290 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Haloperidol | 98 | $29.32▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Haloperidol: Haloperidol is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). Show more ▾ This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can also help prevent suicide in people who are likely to harm themselves. It also reduces aggression and the desire to hurt others. It can decrease negative thoughts and hallucinations. Haloperidol can also be used to treat uncontrolled movements and outbursts of words/sounds related to Tourette's syndrome. Haloperidol is also used for severe behavior problems in hyperactive children when other treatments or medications have not worked. Haloperidol is a psychiatric medication (antipsychotic-type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). A phenyl-piperidinyl-butyrophenone that is used primarily to treat SCHIZOPHRENIA and other PSYCHOSES. It is also used in schizoaffective disorder, DELUSIONAL DISORDERS, ballism, and TOURETTE SYNDROME (a drug of choice) and occasionally as adjunctive therapy in INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY and the chorea of HUNTINGTON DISEASE. It is a potent antiemetic and is used in the treatment of intractable HICCUPS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p279) In 2023, this provider wrote 98 Medicare prescriptions for Haloperidol, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $29.32 per fill, versus $38.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 106.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,967 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dextroamphetamine-Amphet ErDextroamphetamine/Amphetamine | 95 | $98.19 | ▲ More than typical |
About Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er: This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. In 2023, this provider wrote 95 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about 4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $98.19 per fill, versus $72.68 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 101 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,029 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Paroxetine Hcl | 94 | $16.40 | ▲ More than typical |
About Paroxetine Hcl: Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders, and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Paroxetine may lessen premenstrual symptoms such as irritability, increased appetite, and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 94 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 2.9 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $16.40 per fill, versus $14.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 174.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,143 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lurasidone Hcl | 86 | $762.66 | – No State Data |
In 2023, this provider wrote 86 Medicare prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl. Medicare paid an average of $762.66 per fill. No state comparison is available for this medication. How often this provider prescribes it No state benchmark is available for this medication. What Medicare paid per fill $762.66 Cost per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 94.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,756 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Chlorpromazine Hcl | 79 | $628.10 | ▲ More than typical |
About Chlorpromazine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, manic phase of bipolar disorder, severe behavioral problems in children). Show more ▾ Chlorpromazine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can reduce aggressive behavior and the desire to hurt yourself/others. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). Chlorpromazine is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called phenothiazine antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Chlorpromazine is also used to control nausea/vomiting, relieve prolonged hiccups, relieve restlessness/anxiety before surgery, and help treat tetanus. The prototypical phenothiazine antipsychotic drug. Like the other drugs in this class chlorpromazine's antipsychotic actions are thought to be due to long-term adaptation by the brain to blocking DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. Chlorpromazine has several other actions and therapeutic uses, including as an antiemetic and in the treatment of intractable hiccup. In 2023, this provider wrote 79 Medicare prescriptions for Chlorpromazine Hcl, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (36). Medicare paid an average of $628.10 per fill, versus $305.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 80.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,268 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Methylphenidate Hcl | 78 | $53.42 | ▲ More than typical |
About Methylphenidate Hcl: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. In 2023, this provider wrote 78 Medicare prescriptions for Methylphenidate Hcl, about 3.3 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $53.42 per fill, versus $37.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 80.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,403 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluvoxamine Maleate | 75 | $36.63▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Fluvoxamine Maleate: Fluvoxamine is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Show more ▾ It helps decrease thoughts that are unwanted or that don't go away (obsessions), and it helps to reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, checking) that interfere with daily living. Fluvoxamine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that is used in the treatment of DEPRESSION and a variety of ANXIETY DISORDERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Fluvoxamine Maleate, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $36.63 per fill, versus $43.21 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 77.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,615 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carbamazepine | 70 | $53.18▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Carbamazepine: Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic drug. It is also used to relieve certain types of nerve pain (such as trigeminal neuralgia). This medication works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity. A dibenzazepine that acts as a sodium channel blocker. It is used as an anticonvulsant for the treatment of grand mal and psychomotor or focal SEIZURES. It may also be used in the management of BIPOLAR DISORDER, and has analgesic properties. In 2023, this provider wrote 70 Medicare prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $53.18 per fill, versus $59.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 74.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,142 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Topiramate | 69 | $10.16▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Topiramate: Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss. In 2023, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Topiramate, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (44). Medicare paid an average of $10.16 per fill, versus $19.22 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 83.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,477 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion Hcl SrBupropion Hcl | 64 | $20.71▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Bupropion Hcl Sr: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 64 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $20.71 per fill, versus $29.74 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 104 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,065 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Hydroxyzine Pamoate | 63 | $12.03▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydroxyzine Pamoate: Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. Show more ▾ It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. A histamine H1 receptor antagonist that is effective in the treatment of chronic urticaria, dermatitis, and histamine-mediated pruritus. Unlike its major metabolite CETIRIZINE, it does cause drowsiness. It is also effective as an antiemetic, for relief of anxiety and tension, and as a sedative. In 2023, this provider wrote 63 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Pamoate, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (38). Medicare paid an average of $12.03 per fill, versus $13.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 77.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,045 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Carbamazepine ErCarbamazepine | 62 | $78.78▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Carbamazepine Er: Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic drug. It is also used to relieve certain types of nerve pain (such as trigeminal neuralgia). This medication works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity. A dibenzazepine that acts as a sodium channel blocker. It is used as an anticonvulsant for the treatment of grand mal and psychomotor or focal SEIZURES. It may also be used in the management of BIPOLAR DISORDER, and has analgesic properties. In 2023, this provider wrote 62 Medicare prescriptions for Carbamazepine Er, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $78.78 per fill, versus $135.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 66.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,842 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Propranolol Hcl | 60 | $18.93▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Propranolol Hcl: This formulation of propranolol is used for infants and children to treat a certain benign tumor (proliferating infantile hemangioma). Show more ▾ It helps to shrink the tumor. Propranolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. In 2023, this provider wrote 60 Medicare prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $18.93 per fill, versus $25.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 70.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,096 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| BelsomraSuvorexant | 55 | $533.91 | ▲ More than typical |
About Belsomra: This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). Show more ▾ It may help you fall asleep and stay asleep longer, so you can get a better night's rest. Suvorexant belongs to a class of drugs known as sedative-hypnotics. If your insomnia continues for longer than 7 to 10 days after starting treatment, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment. In 2023, this provider wrote 55 Medicare prescriptions for Belsomra, about 2.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $533.91 per fill, versus $442.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 65 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,920 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Olanzapine OdtOlanzapine | 55 | $187.03 | ▲ More than typical |
About Olanzapine Odt: Olanzapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. This medication can help to decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section. A benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy. In 2023, this provider wrote 55 Medicare prescriptions for Olanzapine Odt, about 2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $187.03 per fill, versus $178.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 67.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,953 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Invega SustennaPaliperidone Palmitate | 53 | $2,968.71 | ≈ Typical |
About Invega Sustenna: Paliperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Paliperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This long-acting form of paliperidone is used only after you have received treatment with either the monthly injectable form of this drug for at least 4 months, or the every-3-month injectable form for at least 3 months. A benzisoxazole derivative and active metabolite of RISPERIDONE that functions as a DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST. It is an ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 53 Medicare prescriptions for Invega Sustenna, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (48). Medicare paid an average of $2,968.71 per fill, versus $2,931.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 53 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,493 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Buprenorphine-NaloxoneBuprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl | 51 | $57.79▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Buprenorphine-Naloxone: This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. Show more ▾ It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it. In 2023, this provider wrote 51 Medicare prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 85% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (60). Medicare paid an average of $57.79 per fill, versus $217.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,500 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Vilazodone Hcl | 49 | $113.73▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Vilazodone Hcl: Vilazodone is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and partial serotonin receptor agonist. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as serotonin). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. A benzofuran, indole, and piperazine derivative that functions as a SEROTONIN UPTAKE INHIBITOR and partial SEROTONIN 5-HT1 RECEPTOR AGONIST. It is used as an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT. In 2023, this provider wrote 49 Medicare prescriptions for Vilazodone Hcl, about 2.7 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $113.73 per fill, versus $169.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 79 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,370 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Donepezil Hcl | 47 | $11.95▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 66% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (71). Medicare paid an average of $11.95 per fill, versus $13.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 81.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,309 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| TrintellixVortioxetine Hydrobromide | 46 | $657.27 | ▲ More than typical |
About Trintellix: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Vortioxetine is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and serotonin receptor modulator. This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. A piperazine derivative that acts as a serotonin reuptake inhibitor, as a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist, and 5-HT1A receptor agonist. It is used for the treatment of anxiety and depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 46 Medicare prescriptions for Trintellix, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (34). Medicare paid an average of $657.27 per fill, versus $493.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 62 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,835 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| CaplytaLumateperone Tosylate | 45 | $1,770.88 | ▲ More than typical |
About Caplyta: Lumateperone is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, episodes of depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ This medication helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Lumateperone belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 45 Medicare prescriptions for Caplyta, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $1,770.88 per fill, versus $1,437.28 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 47.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,418 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Diazepam | 45 | $6.78▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Diazepam: This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. Show more ▾ This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 45 Medicare prescriptions for Diazepam, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (39). Medicare paid an average of $6.78 per fill, versus $7.92 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 53 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,575 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| IngrezzaValbenazine Tosylate | 43 | $8,417.97 | ▲ More than typical |
About Ingrezza: Valbenazine is used to treat involuntary movements of the face, tongue, or other body parts (tardive dyskinesia). Show more ▾ This medication is thought to work by decreasing the amount of certain natural substances in the brain that affect how your nerves and muscles work (monoamines such as dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine). In 2023, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Ingrezza, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (30). Medicare paid an average of $8,417.97 per fill, versus $6,984.23 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 43 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,289 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Desvenlafaxine Succinate ErDesvenlafaxine Succinate | 41 | $105.39 | ▲ More than typical |
About Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er: Desvenlafaxine is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It may improve your mood, feelings of well-being, and energy level. Desvenlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A cyclohexanol and phenol derivative and metabolite of venlafaxine that functions as a SEROTONIN AND NORADRENALINE REUPTAKE INHIBITOR (SNRI) and is used as an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT. In 2023, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $105.39 per fill, versus $93.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 91 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,688 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Eszopiclone | 40 | $87.74 | ▲ More than typical |
About Eszopiclone: This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). Show more ▾ It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Eszopiclone belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment. A pyridine, pyrazine, and piperazine derivative that is used as a HYPNOTIC AND SEDATIVE in the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 40 Medicare prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $87.74 per fill, versus $40.68 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 55 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,650 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Temazepam | 39 | $26.14 | ≈ Typical |
About Temazepam: This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). Show more ▾ It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Temazepam belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment. A benzodiazepine that acts as a GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID modulator and anti-anxiety agent. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Temazepam, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $26.14 per fill, versus $14.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 55 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,638 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Zolpidem Tartrate ErZolpidem Tartrate | 39 | $64.32 | ▲ More than typical |
About Zolpidem Tartrate Er: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate Er, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $64.32 per fill, versus $40.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 51 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Ropinirole Hcl | 39 | $9.74▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ropinirole Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move (on-off syndrome). Ropinirole works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (42). Medicare paid an average of $9.74 per fill, versus $20.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 47 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Naltrexone Hcl | 38 | $56.95▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Naltrexone Hcl: This medication is used to prevent people who have been addicted to certain drugs (opiates) from taking them again. Show more ▾ It is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). This medication must not be used in people currently taking opiates, including methadone. Doing so can cause sudden withdrawal symptoms. Naltrexone belongs to a class of drugs known as opiate antagonists. It works in the brain to prevent opiate effects (such as feelings of well-being, pain relief). It also decreases the desire to take opiates. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it. This medication is also used to treat alcohol abuse. It can help people drink less alcohol or stop drinking altogether. It also decreases the desire to drink alcohol when used with a treatment program that includes counseling, support, and lifestyle changes. In 2023, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Naltrexone Hcl, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (25). Medicare paid an average of $56.95 per fill, versus $57.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 40.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,115 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl | 38 | $12.07▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl: Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder (social phobia). Show more ▾ It may improve your mood and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may also decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $12.07 per fill, versus $30.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 38.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 956 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Doxepin Hcl | 38 | $23.52▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Doxepin Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression and anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $23.52 per fill, versus $38.63 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 44.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,324 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 38 | $30.62 | ≈ Typical |
About Amitriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $30.62 per fill, versus $21.10 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 52 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,553 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| RexultiBrexpiprazole | 37 | $1,540.78 | ≈ Typical |
About Rexulti: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression). Show more ▾ Brexpiprazole helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). In addition, this medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Brexpiprazole is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 37 Medicare prescriptions for Rexulti, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $1,540.78 per fill, versus $1,369.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 41.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,132 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| VyvanseLisdexamfetamine Dimesylate | 36 | $402.06▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Vyvanse: Lisdexamfetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments. Show more ▾ It may help to increase the ability to pay attention, stay focused, and stop fidgeting. Lisdexamfetamine may also be used to treat binge eating disorder (BED). It may help to reduce the number of binge eating days. This medication is a stimulant. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication is not recommended for use for weight loss due to the risk of serious side effects. A dextroamphetamine drug precursor that also functions as a CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULANT and DOPAMINE UPTAKE INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 36 Medicare prescriptions for Vyvanse, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $402.06 per fill, versus $414.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Modafinil | 35 | $88.15▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Modafinil: Modafinil reduces extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other sleep disorders, such as periods of stopped breathing during sleep (obstructive sleep apnea). Show more ▾ It is also used to help you stay awake during work hours if you have a work schedule that keeps you from having a normal sleep routine (shift work sleep disorder). This medication does not cure these sleep disorders and may not get rid of all your sleepiness. Modafinil does not take the place of getting enough sleep. It should not be used to treat tiredness or hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. It is not known how modafinil works to keep you awake. It is thought to work by affecting certain substances in the brain that control the sleep/wake cycle. A benzhydryl acetamide compound, central nervous system stimulant, and CYP3A4 inducing agent that is used in the treatment of NARCOLEPSY and SLEEP WAKE DISORDERS. In 2023, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Modafinil, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $88.15 per fill, versus $150.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 45 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,318 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Quetiapine Fumarate ErQuetiapine Fumarate | 35 | $61.34▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Quetiapine Fumarate Er: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate Er, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $61.34 per fill, versus $143.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 66.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,976 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dexmethylphenidate Hcl | 35 | $52.49 | ▲ More than typical |
About Dexmethylphenidate Hcl: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Dexmethylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. A methylphenidate derivative, DOPAMINE UPTAKE INHIBITOR and CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULANT that is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Dexmethylphenidate Hcl, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $52.49 per fill, versus $45.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 977 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Memantine Hcl ErMemantine Hcl | 34 | $78.59▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Memantine Hcl Er: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (31). Medicare paid an average of $78.59 per fill, versus $123.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 38.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,041 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| NuedextaDextromethorphan Hbr/Quinidine | 33 | $966.90 | ≈ Typical |
About Nuedexta: This medication is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder (pseudobulbar affect). Show more ▾ This disorder may occur due to various conditions that affect the brain (such as stroke, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis-ALS, multiple sclerosis). This medication may help decrease sudden outbursts of uncontrollable/inappropriate laughing and/or crying. This medication is a combination of 2 ingredients: dextromethorphan and quinidine. Dextromethorphan works in the brain, though it is not known exactly how it helps treat pseudobulbar affect. Quinidine is added to this medication to increase the effect of dextromethorphan. In 2023, this provider wrote 33 Medicare prescriptions for Nuedexta, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $966.90 per fill, versus $863.20 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 595 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Paliperidone ErPaliperidone | 32 | $297.11▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Paliperidone Er: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder). Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Paliperidone belongs to a class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A benzisoxazole derivative and active metabolite of RISPERIDONE that functions as a DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST. It is an ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Paliperidone Er, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (32). Medicare paid an average of $297.11 per fill, versus $397.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 32.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 962 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dexmethylphenidate Hcl ErDexmethylphenidate Hcl | 31 | $110.66 | ▲ More than typical |
About Dexmethylphenidate Hcl Er: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Dexmethylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. A methylphenidate derivative, DOPAMINE UPTAKE INHIBITOR and CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULANT that is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Dexmethylphenidate Hcl Er, about 2.1 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (15). Medicare paid an average of $110.66 per fill, versus $107.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 930 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clonidine Hcl | 31 | $9.80 | ≈ Typical |
About Clonidine Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Clonidine belongs to a class of drugs (central alpha agonists) that act in the brain to lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. In 2023, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $9.80 per fill, versus $9.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 45.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,358 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lithium Carbonate ErLithium Carbonate | 28 | $8.34▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Lithium Carbonate Er: This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors. A lithium salt, classified as a mood-stabilizing agent. Lithium ion alters the metabolism of BIOGENIC MONOAMINES in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, and affects multiple neurotransmission systems. In 2023, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate Er, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $8.34 per fill, versus $16.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 36.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,047 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ZubsolvBuprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl | 27 | $545.36▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Zubsolv: This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. Show more ▾ It is used to treat opioid dependence/addiction. Buprenorphine belongs to a class of drugs called mixed opioid agonist-antagonists. Buprenorphine helps prevent withdrawal symptoms caused by stopping other opioids. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effect of opioids and can cause severe opioid withdrawal when injected. It has little effect when taken by mouth or dissolved under the tongue. It is combined with buprenorphine to prevent abuse and misuse (injection) of this medication. This combination medication is used as part of a complete treatment program for drug abuse (such as compliance monitoring, counseling, behavioral contract, lifestyle changes). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should have other forms of naloxone available to treat opioid overdose. Teach your family or household members about the signs of an opioid overdose and how to treat it. In 2023, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Zubsolv, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $545.36 per fill, versus $595.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 628 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Prazosin Hcl | 26 | $37.25 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Prazosin Hcl: Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Prazosin belongs to a class of medications called alpha blockers. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. A selective adrenergic alpha-1 antagonist used in the treatment of HEART FAILURE; HYPERTENSION; PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA; RAYNAUD DISEASE; PROSTATIC HYPERTROPHY; and URINARY RETENTION. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $37.25 per fill, versus $30.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 30.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 906 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Lamotrigine ErLamotrigine | 26 | $292.80▼ below MO avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Lamotrigine Er: Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections). A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Lamotrigine Er, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $292.80 per fill, versus $427.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 56 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,680 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Fluphenazine Hcl | 25 | $388.09 | ≈ Typical |
About Fluphenazine Hcl: This medication is used to treat symptoms of a certain type of mental/mood condition (schizophrenia). Show more ▾ Fluphenazine belongs to a class of medications called phenothiazines and is also referred to as a neuroleptic. It works by affecting the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include reduced episodes of hallucinations, delusions, or bizarre behaviors that occur in patients with schizophrenia. This medication is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age. Also, it should not be used to manage behavioral problems in patients with mental retardation. A phenothiazine used in the treatment of PSYCHOSES. Its properties and uses are generally similar to those of CHLORPROMAZINE. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Fluphenazine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $388.09 per fill, versus $334.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 25.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 705 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LatudaLurasidone Hcl | 25 | $1,505.98 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Latuda: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Lurasidone helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). In addition, this medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Lurasidone is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A thiazole derivative and atypical ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that functions as a DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST; SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST, serotonin 5-HT7 receptor antagonist, and antagonist of the adrenergic α2A and α2C receptors, as well as a partial SEROTONIN 5-HT1A RECEPTOR AGONIST. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Latuda, about half the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $1,505.98 per fill, versus $1,492.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 25 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 719 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Memantine Hcl | 25 | $40.66▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. In 2023, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (60). Medicare paid an average of $40.66 per fill, versus $46.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 910 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Clomipramine Hcl | 24 | $298.27 | ≈ Typical |
About Clomipramine Hcl: Clomipramine is used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Show more ▾ It helps decrease thoughts that are unwanted or that don't go away (obsessions), and it helps reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, checking) that interfere with daily living. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin, among others) in the brain. A tricyclic antidepressant similar to IMIPRAMINE that selectively inhibits the uptake of serotonin in the brain. It is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and demethylated in the liver to form its primary active metabolite, desmethylclomipramine. In 2023, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Clomipramine Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $298.27 per fill, versus $278.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 32.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 956 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Bupropion Hcl | 23 | $18.00▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Bupropion Hcl: Bupropion is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in your brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $18.00 per fill, versus $25.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 41 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,200 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 22 | $14.89▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Nortriptyline Hcl: This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. Show more ▾ It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Nortriptyline Hcl, about 81% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (27). Medicare paid an average of $14.89 per fill, versus $15.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Trihexyphenidyl Hcl | 21 | $10.84▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trihexyphenidyl Hcl: Trihexyphenidyl is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol). Show more ▾ Trihexyphenidyl belongs to a class of medication called anticholinergics that work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine). This helps decrease muscle stiffness, sweating, and the production of saliva, and helps improve walking ability in people with Parkinson's disease. Anticholinergics can stop severe muscle spasms of the back, neck, and eyes that are sometimes caused by psychiatric drugs. It can also decrease other side effects such as muscle stiffness/rigidity (extrapyramidal signs-EPS). It is not helpful in treating movement problems caused by tardive dyskinesia and may worsen them. In 2023, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Trihexyphenidyl Hcl, about 72% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $10.84 per fill, versus $14.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 21.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 547 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Atomoxetine Hcl | 20 | $95.27▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Atomoxetine Hcl: Atomoxetine is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments. Show more ▾ It may help to increase the ability to pay attention, concentrate, stay focused, and stop fidgeting. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. A propylamine derivative and selective ADRENERGIC UPTAKE INHIBITOR that is used in the treatment of ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Atomoxetine Hcl, about 87% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (23). Medicare paid an average of $95.27 per fill, versus $147.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 600 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Invega TrinzaPaliperidone Palmitate | 16 | $9,876.15 | ≈ Typical |
About Invega Trinza: Paliperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Paliperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This long-acting form of paliperidone is used only after you have received treatment with either the monthly injectable form of this drug for at least 4 months, or the every-3-month injectable form for at least 3 months. A benzisoxazole derivative and active metabolite of RISPERIDONE that functions as a DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR ANTAGONIST. It is an ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Invega Trinza, about 89% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $9,876.15 per fill, versus $8,158.37 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 47.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,434 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| FanaptIloperidone | 15 | $1,961.35 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fanapt: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia). Show more ▾ Iloperidone helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there). Iloperidone is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Fanapt, about 68% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (22). Medicare paid an average of $1,961.35 per fill, versus $1,938.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 392 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LoxapineLoxapine Succinate | 15 | $58.85 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Loxapine: Loxapine is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia). Show more ▾ This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can reduce aggression and the desire to hurt yourself/others. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (such as hearing/seeing things that are not there). Loxapine is a psychiatric medication (antipsychotic type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (such as dopamine) in the brain. An antipsychotic agent used in SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Loxapine, about half the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (28). Medicare paid an average of $58.85 per fill, versus $57.17 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 15.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 436 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Asenapine Maleate | 14 | $203.57▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Asenapine Maleate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Asenapine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It may also help to decrease hallucinations (hearing/seeing things that are not there) and prevent severe mood swings. Asenapine is a psychiatric medication that belongs to the class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Asenapine Maleate, about 67% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (21). Medicare paid an average of $203.57 per fill, versus $365.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 660 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| ValiumDiazepam | 14 | $230.20▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Valium: This medication is used to treat episodes of increased seizures (such as cluster or breakthrough seizures) in people who are already taking medications to control their seizures. Show more ▾ This product is only recommended for short-term treatment of seizure attacks. It is not for ongoing daily use to prevent seizures. Uncontrolled seizures can turn into serious (possibly fatal) seizures that do not stop (status epilepticus). This medication is not recommended for children younger than 6 months of age because of the risk of serious side effects. Diazepam works by calming the brain and nerves. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Valium, about the same volume as the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (13). Medicare paid an average of $230.20 per fill, versus $391.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 405 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Methylphenidate ErMethylphenidate Hcl | 14 | $131.54▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Methylphenidate Er: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. In 2023, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Methylphenidate Er, about 82% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $131.54 per fill, versus $155.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 420 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Thioridazine Hcl | 13 | $29.53▼ below MO avg | ≈ Typical |
About Thioridazine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia). Show more ▾ This medication helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can also help prevent suicide in people likely to harm themselves and reduce aggression and the desire to hurt others. It can help decrease your negative thoughts and hallucinations. Thioridazine belongs to a class of drugs known as phenothiazines. A phenothiazine antipsychotic used in the management of PHYCOSES, including SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Thioridazine Hcl, about 76% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $29.53 per fill, versus $60.11 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 13.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 365 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Abilify MaintenaAripiprazole | 12 | $2,551.68▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Abilify Maintena: Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). Show more ▾ It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters). This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur. A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Abilify Maintena, about half the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (24). Medicare paid an average of $2,551.68 per fill, versus $2,670.07 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 344 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Triazolam | 12 | $154.86 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Triazolam: This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia). Show more ▾ It may help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and lessen how often you wake up during the night, so you can get a better night's rest. Triazolam belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. Use of this medication is usually limited to short treatment periods of 1 to 2 weeks or less. If your insomnia continues for a longer time, talk to your doctor to see if you need other treatment. A short-acting benzodiazepine used in the treatment of insomnia. Some countries temporarily withdrew triazolam from the market because of concerns about adverse reactions, mostly psychological, associated with higher dose ranges. Its use at lower doses with appropriate care and labeling has been reaffirmed by the FDA and most other countries. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Triazolam, about 71% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $154.86 per fill, versus $75.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Nadolol | 12 | $28.41▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Nadolol: Nadolol is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. In the management of chest pain, nadolol may also help to reduce the frequency of chest pain episodes and improve your ability to exercise. Nadolol belongs to a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances such as adrenaline (epinephrine) on the heart and blood vessels. This results in a lowering of heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist with a long half-life, used in cardiovascular disease to treat arrhythmias, angina pectoris, and hypertension. Nadolol is also used for MIGRAINE DISORDERS and for tremor. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Nadolol, about 71% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (17). Medicare paid an average of $28.41 per fill, versus $64.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Guanfacine Hcl ErGuanfacine Hcl | 12 | $51.55▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Guanfacine Hcl Er: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Guanfacine acts in the brain. It decreases certain nerve signals from the brain to the blood vessels and the heart. This causes the blood vessels to relax so that blood can flow more easily and also slows the heart rate. These effects help to lower blood pressure. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Guanfacine Hcl Er, about 67% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (18). Medicare paid an average of $51.55 per fill, versus $54.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 478 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| AustedoDeutetrabenazine | 12 | $5,818.69▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Austedo: Deutetrabenazine is used to decrease involuntary movements (chorea) caused by Huntington's disease. Show more ▾ It is also used to treat involuntary movements of the face, tongue, or other body parts (tardive dyskinesia). However, it is not a cure for the Huntington's disease or tardive dyskinesia. Reducing involuntary movements will help you take part in more of your normal daily activities. This medication is thought to work by decreasing the amount of certain natural substances in the brain that affect how your nerves and muscles work (monoamines such as dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine). In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Austedo, about half the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (26). Medicare paid an average of $5,818.69 per fill, versus $5,848.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 12.1 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 362 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| LamictalLamotrigine | 12 | $646.07▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lamictal: Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults. Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. This drug is not approved for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of side effects (such as infections). A phenyltriazine compound, sodium and calcium channel blocker that is used for the treatment of SEIZURES and BIPOLAR DISORDER. In 2023, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Lamictal, about 60% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (20). Medicare paid an average of $646.07 per fill, versus $2,204.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Risperidone OdtRisperidone | 11 | $871.93 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Risperidone Odt: Risperidone is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder called schizophrenia. Show more ▾ This medication can decrease hallucinations, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. Risperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Risperidone Odt, about 69% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $871.93 per fill, versus $109.77 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 11.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 334 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
| Dextroamphetamine Sulfate ErDextroamphetamine Sulfate | 11 | $158.41▼ below MO avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Er: This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD. Show more ▾ It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Dextroamphetamine belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your ability to pay attention, stay focused on an activity, and control behavior problems. It may also help you to organize your tasks and improve listening skills. This drug is also used to treat a certain sleeping disorder (narcolepsy) to help you stay awake during the day. It should not be used to treat tiredness or to hold off sleep in people who do not have a sleep disorder. The d-form of AMPHETAMINE. It is a central nervous system stimulant and a sympathomimetic. It has also been used in the treatment of narcolepsy and of attention deficit disorders and hyperactivity in children. Dextroamphetamine has multiple mechanisms of action including blocking uptake of adrenergics and dopamine, stimulating release of monamines, and inhibiting monoamine oxidase. It is also a drug of abuse and a psychotomimetic. In 2023, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Er, about 69% of the volume of the typical Missouri prescriber of this medication (16). Medicare paid an average of $158.41 per fill, versus $194.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average MO prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the MO average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2023 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. RADHIKA RAO MD is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2023, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Psychiatry prescribing approach at this Saint Louis, MO practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average volume among MO prescribers of the same medication. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
