DR. MUNZER SAMAD M.D.
Prescription History 1972581908
Family Medicine in Lathrup Village, MI
What does Dr. Samad prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Samad wrote 5,386 Medicare prescriptions for 101 medications. The most prescribed was Amlodipine Besylate, with 530 prescriptions for 135 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. Samad prescribes.
Medications 101 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 Michigan prescribers.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 530 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $8.21 per fill, versus $7.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 364 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (194). Medicare paid $14.38 per fill, versus $13.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 207 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $7.70 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 194 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $8.55 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 175 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $14.30 per fill, versus $12.96 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 166 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $11.51 per fill, versus $14.15 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
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 138 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $16.64 per fill, versus $15.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 134 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.31 per fill, versus $5.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 134 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 87% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $11.62 per fill, versus $12.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 133 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $10.13 per fill, versus $8.52 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 113 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $14.66 per fill, versus $12.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 106 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $4.21 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 103 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $694.18 per fill, versus $882.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 92 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,061.40 per fill, versus $1,053.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 90 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $16.82 per fill, versus $17.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 90 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $17.01 per fill, versus $16.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 86 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,414.67 per fill, versus $1,328.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 83 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $6.58 per fill, versus $10.64 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 82 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $10.85 per fill, versus $14.20 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 79 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $13.87 per fill, versus $17.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 73 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 66% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $23.35 per fill, versus $17.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 68 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $10.27 per fill, versus $10.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 67 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $31.52 per fill, versus $35.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 63 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $29.11 per fill, versus $33.21 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 61 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.93 per fill, versus $23.31 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 60 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $7.94 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 60 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $18.52 per fill, versus $19.34 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 60 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $388.70 per fill, versus $1,006.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 57 prescriptions for Colchicine, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $33.53 per fill, versus $41.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 57 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $18.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 56 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.97 per fill, versus $51.41 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 56 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.17 per fill, versus $6.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 56 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $13.80 per fill, versus $18.43 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 50 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.02 per fill, versus $7.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 50 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $145.67 per fill, versus $143.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 47 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $17.10 per fill, versus $12.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 44 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,076.38 per fill, versus $1,238.22 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 43 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 70% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $6.47 per fill, versus $11.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 42 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 65% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $22.11 per fill, versus $16.93 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 40 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $23.85 per fill, versus $20.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 39 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $1,195.33 per fill, versus $945.56 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 38 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.13 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 38 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $23.32 per fill, versus $27.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 37 prescriptions for Alcohol Prep Pads, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $27.06 per fill, versus $33.40 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 37 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.97 per fill, versus $12.65 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 35 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 82% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $2.56 per fill, versus $7.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 33 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 78% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $3.49 per fill, versus $11.27 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 29 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $93.86 per fill, versus $56.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 26 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 67% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.40 per fill, versus $8.69 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 26 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 66% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.90 per fill, versus $12.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 25 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $6.81 per fill, versus $7.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 25 prescriptions for Risperidone, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $6.38 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 25 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 78% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $69.12 per fill, versus $67.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 25 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.80 per fill, versus $5.94 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
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 24 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $9.41 per fill, versus $16.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 24 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.97 per fill, versus $22.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 23 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $7.35 per fill, versus $11.55 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 23 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $18.98 per fill, versus $14.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 23 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $68.32 per fill, versus $31.92 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 22 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $23.62 per fill, versus $17.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 21 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $113.16 per fill, versus $44.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 20 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.05 per fill, versus $15.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 20 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 69% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $317.53 per fill, versus $238.77 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 20 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 60% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $3.40 per fill, versus $14.50 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
Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 19 prescriptions for Clotrimazole, about 83% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $14.89 per fill, versus $16.57 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 19 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $4.93 per fill, versus $16.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 19 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 71% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $8.83 per fill, versus $18.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 18 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $15.76 per fill, versus $27.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 17 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.18 per fill, versus $10.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 17 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $15.79 per fill, versus $16.24 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 17 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 35% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $5.99 per fill, versus $5.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 17 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 73% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $223.72 per fill, versus $308.21 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $37.47 per fill, versus $25.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 16 prescriptions for Ultra-Fine Short Pen Needle, about 76% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $102.57 per fill, versus $85.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 15 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $17.65 per fill, versus $24.93 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 15 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 30% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.93 per fill, versus $17.21 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 15 prescriptions for Valsartan, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $48.40 per fill, versus $39.22 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 dry, scaly skin conditions (such as xerosis, ichthyosis vulgaris) and can also help relieve itching from these conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 14 prescriptions for Ammonium Lactate, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $16.67 per fill, versus $18.84 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 14 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $2.09 per fill, versus $2.77 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 14 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.11 per fill, versus $7.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 14 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.43 per fill, versus $13.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 14 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 24% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $12.36 per fill, versus $16.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 14 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 31% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $518.82 per fill, versus $863.22 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 14 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about 65% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $17.96 per fill, versus $15.41 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 13 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $19.20 per fill, versus $14.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 14% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $14.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 13 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 9% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (147). Medicare paid $8.57 per fill, versus $18.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 13 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $14.90 per fill, versus $23.98 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 12 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $22.56 per fill, versus $21.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 12 prescriptions for Entresto, about 24% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $947.40 per fill, versus $1,095.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 12 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $36.44 per fill, versus $45.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 12 prescriptions for Eszopiclone, about 66% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $21.65 per fill, versus $17.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 12 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 40% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $31.47 per fill, versus $30.60 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 12 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 25% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $15.04 per fill, versus $13.31 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 11 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 61% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $32.92 per fill, versus $25.50 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 11 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $7.30 per fill, versus $36.13 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 used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 11 prescriptions for Mitigare, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $178.04 per fill, versus $225.44 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 11 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $38.15 per fill, versus $52.92 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, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 11 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $27.52 per fill, versus $14.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 11 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $5.69 per fill, versus $17.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Samad wrote 11 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 22% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $2.93 per fill, versus $5.99 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. Samad’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Samad prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Samad's most prescribed medications were Amlodipine Besylate (530), Atorvastatin Calcium (364) and Metoprolol Tartrate (207).
How does Dr. Samad's prescribing compare with other Michigan prescribers?
Of the 101 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Samad prescribes 27 more often than the typical Michigan prescriber, 19 about as often and 55 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Samad 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 Michigan 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.
