ERIC L GRASSER M.D.
Prescription History 1962474635
Family Medicine in Santa Fe, NM
What does Dr. Grasser prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Grasser wrote 1,575 Medicare prescriptions for 50 medications. The most prescribed was Levothyroxine Sodium, with 120 prescriptions for 36 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Grasser prescribes.
Medications 50 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other New Mexico prescribers.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 120 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 80% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $20.93 per fill, versus $11.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 90 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 63% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (143). Medicare paid $11.78 per fill, versus $12.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 84 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 71% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $14.15 per fill, versus $8.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 77 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 76% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $7.60 per fill, versus $8.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 72 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $22.42 per fill, versus $14.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 55 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $17.01 per fill, versus $17.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 52 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $22.01 per fill, versus $15.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 51 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $13.42 per fill, versus $11.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 48 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.81 per fill, versus $7.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 46 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $10.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 43 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 2.3 times as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $32.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 40 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.78 per fill, versus $7.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 39 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 87% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $8.35 per fill, versus $6.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 38 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $16.63 per fill, versus $15.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 37 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $8.18 per fill, versus $8.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 34 prescriptions for Synthroid, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $70.54 per fill, versus $52.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 31 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $2.22 per fill, versus $5.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 29 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 87% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.07 per fill, versus $10.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 27 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 82% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $39.40 per fill, versus $26.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 27 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 68% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $13.93 per fill, versus $9.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 26 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $11.34 per fill, versus $11.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 26 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 65% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.04 per fill, versus $12.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 25 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $22.51 per fill, versus $31.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 25 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 33% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $33.55 per fill, versus $14.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 24 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $21.49 per fill, versus $32.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 23 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.57 per fill, versus $30.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 23 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 38% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,621.53 per fill, versus $898.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 22 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 89% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.23 per fill, versus $16.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 22 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 60% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $34.40 per fill, versus $21.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 22 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $15.71 per fill, versus $11.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 22 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 69% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $15.71 per fill, versus $22.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 21 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $17.14 per fill, versus $11.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 20 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $14.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 17 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 40% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $15.44 per fill, versus $14.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 17 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $2.70 per fill, versus $12.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 17 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 68% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $8.94 per fill, versus $15.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 16 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $14.24 per fill, versus $25.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 16 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $4.66 per fill, versus $11.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 15 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.06 per fill, versus $8.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 14 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $33.13 per fill, versus $25.74 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 14 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $65.74 per fill, versus $55.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 14 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 38% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $17.67 per fill, versus $15.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 13 prescriptions for Diazepam, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $1.57 per fill, versus $7.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 12 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 38% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $6.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Liothyronine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 12 prescriptions for Liothyronine Sodium, about 39% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $55.55 per fill, versus $36.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 12 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 24% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $3.81 per fill, versus $12.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 12 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 31% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.87 per fill, versus $4.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about half as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $14.11 per fill, versus $19.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 11 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 19% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $21.84 per fill, versus $10.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with New Mexico prescribers
Dr. Grasser wrote 11 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 23% as often as the typical New Mexico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $15.16 per fill, versus $11.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Grasser’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Grasser prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Grasser's most prescribed medications were Levothyroxine Sodium (120), Atorvastatin Calcium (90) and Lisinopril (84).
How does Dr. Grasser's prescribing compare with other New Mexico prescribers?
Of the 50 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Grasser prescribes 2 more often than the typical New Mexico prescriber, 13 about as often and 35 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Grasser prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the New Mexico prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
