KASEY BUCHANAN RN
Prescription History 1972187607
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Dalton, GA

NPI Status: Active since May 09, 2021

Contact Information

302 POINT NORTH PL
DALTON, GA
ZIP 30720
Phone: (706) 272-4127
Fax: (706) 279-3969

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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 KASEY BUCHANAN RN, an active Family specialist practicing in Dalton, GA. Our medical registry currently tracks 23 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 1,763 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Pantoprazole Sodium, which accounts for 477 claims alone.


Cholestyramine

Generic Formulation: Cholestyramine (With Sugar)Specialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 43.8
Days Supply 1,231
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.8
Peer Average Days Supply778
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 52.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,167.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$130.24

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$104.86

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 strongly basic anion exchange resin whose main constituent is polystyrene trimethylbenzylammonium Cl(-) anion.

Therapeutic Applications

Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. Cholestyramine may also be used to treat itching in people with too much bile acid caused by a certain type of liver/bile duct disease (partial biliary obstruction). This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Cholestyramine Light

Generic Formulation: Cholestyramine/AspartameSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 18.8
Days Supply 564
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.3
Peer Average Days Supply475
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,364.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$113.73

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$86.97

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

Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. Cholestyramine may also be used to treat itching in people with too much bile acid caused by a certain type of liver/bile duct disease (partial biliary obstruction). This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Colestipol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Colestipol HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 31
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 1,415
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills44.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,251
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,463.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$111.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$94.67

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

Highly crosslinked and insoluble basic anion exchange resin used as anticholesteremic. It may also may reduce triglyceride levels.

Therapeutic Applications

Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Constulose

Generic Formulation: LactuloseSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 18.4
Days Supply 552
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills18.9
Peer Average Days Supply442
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $216.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$30.16

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 disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation. It may help to increase the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days you have a bowel movement. Lactulose is a colonic acidifier that works by increasing stool water content and softening the stool. It is a man-made sugar solution.

Creon

Generic Formulation: Lipase/Protease/AmylaseSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 56
30-Day Fills 67.6
Days Supply 1,816
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills38.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,022
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 86.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $168,186.61 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,003.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,006.53

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 contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food. It is used in conditions where the pancreas cannot make or does not release enough digestive enzymes into the small intestines to digest the food (conditions such as chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, cancer of the pancreas, post-pancreatectomy, post-gastrointestinal bypass surgery).

Dexlansoprazole Dr

Generic Formulation: DexlansoprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 54
30-Day Fills 88.3
Days Supply 2,650
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims18.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills31.9
Peer Average Days Supply924
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 200.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $21,052.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$389.85

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$440.70

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

The R-isomer of lansoprazole that is used to treat severe GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE.

Therapeutic Applications

Dexlansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Dexlansoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Dexlansoprazole is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Dicyclomine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dicyclomine HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 729
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims33.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.3
Peer Average Days Supply1,139
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 36.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $803.52 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$38.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.51

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.

Esomeprazole Magnesium

Generic Formulation: Esomeprazole MagnesiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 133
30-Day Fills 224.0
Days Supply 6,720
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills62.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,845
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 343.3% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,349.87 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$55.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$75.34

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 S-isomer of omeprazole.

Therapeutic Applications

Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Famotidine

Generic Formulation: FamotidineSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 313
30-Day Fills 588.6
Days Supply 17,657
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims49.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.3
Peer Average Days Supply338
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 538.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,859.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.76

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.

Furosemide

Generic Formulation: FurosemideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims97.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills178.4
Peer Average Days Supply4,865
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $71.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.96

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.35

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 benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Therapeutic Applications

Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 20.0
Days Supply 352
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills37.0
Peer Average Days Supply873
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 35.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $434.82 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.98

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 main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Lactulose

Generic Formulation: LactuloseSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,144
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.0
Peer Average Days Supply702
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $502.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.94

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.02

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 disaccharide used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It has also been used in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p887)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation. It may help to increase the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days you have a bowel movement. Lactulose is a colonic acidifier that works by increasing stool water content and softening the stool. It is a man-made sugar solution.

Linzess

Generic Formulation: LinaclotideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 146
30-Day Fills 223.0
Days Supply 6,690
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims36.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills56.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,688
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 305.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $121,752.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$833.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$814.60

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.

Therapeutic Applications

See also Warning section. Linaclotide is used to treat certain types of bowel problems (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, chronic idiopathic constipation). It works by increasing fluid in your intestines and helping speed up movement of food through the gut. Linaclotide may improve stool texture and lessen symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain/discomfort, straining, and feelings of incomplete bowel movements.

Metoclopramide Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metoclopramide HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 55.0
Days Supply 1,650
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,000
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 55.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $458.26 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.35

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 dopamine D2 antagonist that is used as an antiemetic.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoclopramide is used by diabetic patients who have poor emptying of their stomachs (gastroparesis). Treating gastroparesis can decrease symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and stomach/abdominal fullness. Metoclopramide works by blocking a natural substance (dopamine). It speeds up stomach emptying and movement of the upper intestines. This drug is not recommended for use in children due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as muscle spasms/uncontrolled muscle movements). Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 210
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims12.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills12.0
Peer Average Days Supply27
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 75.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $159.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.62

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).

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 196
30-Day Fills 378.0
Days Supply 11,295
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims106.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills228.8
Peer Average Days Supply6,574
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 84.9% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,303.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.87

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 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Ondansetron Odt

Generic Formulation: OndansetronSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 299
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.8
Peer Average Days Supply324
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $370.34 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.53

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 serotonin type 3 receptor antagonist. It is effective in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs, including cisplatin, and has reported anxiolytic and neuroleptic properties.

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. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 477
30-Day Fills 966.5
Days Supply 28,920
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims89.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills183.5
Peer Average Days Supply5,311
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 436.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $7,016.58 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.66

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

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Spironolactone

Generic Formulation: SpironolactoneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 480
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims46.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills99.7
Peer Average Days Supply2,899
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $246.46 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.60

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.13

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 potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827)

Therapeutic Applications

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic).

Sucralfate

Generic Formulation: SucralfateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 274
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills55.2
Peer Average Days Supply1,371
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 68.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $270.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$64.95

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 basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly.

Ursodiol

Generic Formulation: UrsodiolSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 28.0
Days Supply 840
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,204
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,349.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$155.33

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$241.30

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 penicillin derivative commonly used in the form of its sodium or potassium salts in the treatment of a variety of infections. It is effective against most gram-positive bacteria and against gram-negative cocci. It has also been used as an experimental convulsant because of its actions on GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID mediated synaptic transmission.

Therapeutic Applications

Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis). Ursodiol is a bile acid.

Xifaxan

Generic Formulation: RifaximinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 492
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims27.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills28.1
Peer Average Days Supply648
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 48.1% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $57,978.12 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4,141.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,648.78

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 rifamycin derivative and anti-bacterial agent that is used for the treatment of GASTROENTERITIS caused by ESCHERICHIA COLI INFECTIONS. It may also be used in the treatment of HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat diarrhea caused by the common bacteria known as E. coli (traveler's diarrhea). Rifaximin should not be used if you have a fever or bloody diarrhea. 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. Rifaximin is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. It is also used to prevent a brain problem caused by liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy). It may help you think more clearly.

Zenpep

Generic Formulation: Lipase/Protease/AmylaseSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 53
30-Day Fills 60.8
Days Supply 1,570
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills27.2
Peer Average Days Supply708
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 152.4% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $143,464.24 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,706.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,532.80

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 contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food. It is used in conditions where the pancreas cannot make or does not release enough digestive enzymes into the small intestines to digest the food (conditions such as chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, cancer of the pancreas, post-pancreatectomy, post-gastrointestinal bypass surgery).

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 KASEY BUCHANAN RN provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Dalton, GA.

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 **Family** 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.