JAMES PATTERSON MD
Prescription History 1972600708
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in West Chester, PA
What does Dr. Patterson prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Patterson wrote 372 Medicare prescriptions for 15 medications. The most prescribed was Eliquis (apixaban), with 63 prescriptions for 14 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. Patterson prescribes.
Medications 15 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 Pennsylvania prescribers.
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 63 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 60% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $752.78 per fill, versus $796.82 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 prostate cancer.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 39 prescriptions for Abiraterone Acetate, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $3,389.05 per fill, versus $2,288.77 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 33 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $1,513.63 per fill, versus $843.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 32 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $10.35 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 28 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $16.58 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 medication is used by people with sickle cell anemia to reduce the number of painful crises caused by the disease and to reduce the need for blood transfusions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 28 prescriptions for Hydroxyurea, about 78% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $23.71 per fill, versus $22.42 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 21 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 40% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $3.97 per fill, versus $11.06 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
Pomalidomide is used to treat certain types of cancers (such as multiple myeloma, Kaposi sarcoma).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 19 prescriptions for Pomalyst, about 88% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $23,775.39 per fill, versus $21,729.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 19 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $5.25 per fill, versus $4.09 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 17 prescriptions for Loperamide, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.30 per fill, versus $19.17 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 types of cancer (such as mantle cell lymphoma, small lymphocytic lymphoma - SLL, chronic lymphocytic leukemia - CLL).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 16 prescriptions for Calquence, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $14,179.70 per fill, versus $13,655.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 16 prescriptions for Dexamethasone, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $19.87 per fill, versus $11.95 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 15 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 15% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $6.62 per fill, versus $14.77 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
This medication is used to treat severe nausea and vomiting from certain causes (for example, after surgery or cancer treatment).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 15 prescriptions for Prochlorperazine Maleate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.80 per fill, versus $15.22 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
Lenalidomide is used to treat various types of cancers.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Patterson wrote 11 prescriptions for Lenalidomide, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $10,009.10 per fill, versus $13,594.02 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. Patterson’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Patterson prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Patterson's most prescribed medications were Eliquis (63), Abiraterone Acetate (39) and Xarelto (33).
How does Dr. Patterson's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 15 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Patterson prescribes 4 about as often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber and 11 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Patterson 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 Pennsylvania 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.
