GARRETT RICHARD BAKER DO
Prescription History 1962997601
Emergency Medicine in Thornton, CO


Quality Rating: 76.13 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since June 26, 2018

Contact Information

12020 COLORADO BLVD
THORNTON, CO
ZIP 80241
Phone: (720) 848-0000

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for GARRETT RICHARD BAKER DO, an active Emergency Medicine specialist practicing in Thornton, CO. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 348 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Prednisone, which accounts for 55 claims alone.


Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 127
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.7
Peer Average Days Supply322
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $169.11 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.23

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Cefdinir

Generic Formulation: CefdinirSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 218
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills21.4
Peer Average Days Supply199
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 65.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $457.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.70

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A third-generation oral cephalosporin antibacterial agent that is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin.

Therapeutic Applications

Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 121
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.2
Peer Average Days Supply228
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $90.15 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.93

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.03

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Dicyclomine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dicyclomine HclSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 164
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.0
Peer Average Days Supply729
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $162.53 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.14

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 118
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.2
Peer Average Days Supply402
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $146.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$25.46

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Famotidine

Generic Formulation: FamotidineSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 297
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims12.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills12.0
Peer Average Days Supply187
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $129.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.99

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.49

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion.

Therapeutic Applications

Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 48
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills46.4
Peer Average Days Supply879
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $62.70 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.56

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Levofloxacin

Generic Formulation: LevofloxacinSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 116
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.8
Peer Average Days Supply204
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $115.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.83

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The L-isomer of Ofloxacin.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Levofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Levofloxacin injection is used if you cannot take the medication by mouth. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Meclizine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Meclizine HclSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 195
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.5
Peer Average Days Supply463
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $105.63 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.56

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.57

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems.

Methocarbamol

Generic Formulation: MethocarbamolSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 41
30-Day Fills 41.0
Days Supply 375
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.5
Peer Average Days Supply543
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 64.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $410.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.60

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A centrally acting muscle relaxant whose mode of action has not been established. It is used as an adjunct in the symptomatic treatment of musculoskeletal conditions associated with painful muscle spasm. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1206)

Therapeutic Applications

Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatment. It works by helping to relax the muscles.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 124
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.3
Peer Average Days Supply449
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $120.59 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$47.43

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Ondansetron Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ondansetron HclSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 152
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims20.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills20.9
Peer Average Days Supply277
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 70.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $175.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.17

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.23

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 264
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.2
Peer Average Days Supply872
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 57.1% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $103.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.54

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Tramadol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Tramadol HclSpecialty: Emergency Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 105
CO State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.7
Peer Average Days Supply878
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across CO. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $75.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.08

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like GARRETT RICHARD BAKER DO provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Thornton, CO.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Emergency Medicine** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.