WILLIAM PADILLA M.D.
Prescription History 1972694792
Family Medicine in Chula Vista, CA
What does Dr. Padilla prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Padilla wrote 6,826 Medicare prescriptions for 105 medications. The most prescribed was Rosuvastatin Calcium, with 457 prescriptions for 153 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. Padilla prescribes.
Medications 105 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 California prescribers.
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 457 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 4.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $15.54 per fill, versus $15.64 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 412 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $10.39 per fill, versus $10.47 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 375 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 3.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $9.84 per fill, versus $10.35 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 348 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $8.50 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 308 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 2.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $7.08 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 259 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 224 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $10.67 per fill, versus $15.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 202 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 3.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $8.02 per fill, versus $13.87 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 193 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.27 per fill, versus $9.65 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 173 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,358.86 per fill, versus $933.82 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 158 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.57 per fill, versus $13.09 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 156 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $26.21 per fill, versus $11.26 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 154 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $9.39 per fill, versus $8.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 148 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $11.46 per fill, versus $14.23 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 124 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.1 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $21.29 per fill, versus $28.70 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 119 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $39.83 per fill, versus $24.72 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 105 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $17.57 per fill, versus $15.63 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 92 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.65 per fill, versus $13.71 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 89 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $1,304.35 per fill, versus $1,102.15 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 88 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $8.42 per fill, versus $7.82 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 81 prescriptions for Eliquis, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $979.26 per fill, versus $923.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 79 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.99 per fill, versus $5.71 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 78 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $10.22 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 78 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $9.74 per fill, versus $9.99 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 77 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $22.02 per fill, versus $15.10 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 75 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $5.85 per fill, versus $6.39 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 68 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $10.92 per fill, versus $12.53 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
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 68 prescriptions for Folic Acid, about 2.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.44 per fill, versus $7.22 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 depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 63 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $26.73 per fill, versus $19.05 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 61 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.23 per fill, versus $11.14 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 59 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $7.62 per fill, versus $9.93 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 58 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $8.98 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 57 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $18.35 per fill, versus $26.00 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 56 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $17.43 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 56 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $10.80 per fill, versus $24.00 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 55 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.36 per fill, versus $6.24 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 54 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $6.45 per fill, versus $10.71 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 vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 52 prescriptions for Arexvy, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $298.21 per fill, versus $269.05 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 51 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $8.66 per fill, versus $12.42 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 46 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 44 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $28.82 per fill, versus $15.58 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 41 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $50.12 per fill, versus $29.89 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 41 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.75 per fill, versus $10.05 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 38 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $9.70 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 37 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.95 per fill, versus $10.59 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 36 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $9.97 per fill, versus $14.35 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 34 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.77 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 33 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $27.89 per fill, versus $107.23 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
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 33 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 73% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $811.78 per fill, versus $698.68 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 32 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.48 per fill, versus $28.64 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 29 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 75% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $27.62 per fill, versus $28.57 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 28 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $136.84 per fill, versus $110.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 28 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $7.01 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 27 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.11 per fill, versus $8.89 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 27 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $12.27 per fill, versus $17.05 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
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 26 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 69% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $76.91 per fill, versus $56.87 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 26 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.42 per fill, versus $14.01 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 26 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $13.00 per fill, versus $20.69 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 26 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $14.69 per fill, versus $9.03 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
Fenofibrate 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 25 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 89% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $29.94 per fill, versus $26.18 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 combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 25 prescriptions for Janumet, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $1,097.32 per fill, versus $763.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 25 prescriptions for Lantus, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $98.43 per fill, versus $113.95 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 24 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.99 per fill, versus $13.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 23 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $16.77 per fill, versus $19.69 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 22 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,532.40 per fill, versus $915.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 21 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.98 per fill, versus $11.17 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 21 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 84% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $18.85 per fill, versus $12.24 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 21 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.76 per fill, versus $13.99 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 21 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $1,070.32 per fill, versus $801.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 20 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.80 per fill, versus $23.09 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 20 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 65% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $800.12 per fill, versus $597.16 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 19 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $26.67 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 19 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $6.71 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 19 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $8.92 per fill, versus $9.59 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 19 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $1,176.54 per fill, versus $1,230.75 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
Cilostazol is used to improve the symptoms of a certain blood flow problem in the legs (intermittent claudication).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 18 prescriptions for Cilostazol, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $36.05 per fill, versus $19.81 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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 18 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 61% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.32 per fill, versus $15.44 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 18 prescriptions for Linzess, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,438.40 per fill, versus $699.60 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 18 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $6.23 per fill, versus $4.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two drugs, an ACE inhibitor (benazepril) and a "water pill"/diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 16 prescriptions for Benazepril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 83% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $20.89 per fill, versus $32.50 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 16 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.36 per fill, versus $9.24 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 16 prescriptions for Klor-Con 10, about 88% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $16.88 per fill, versus $16.96 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 16 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 10% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $6.02 per fill, versus $12.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 15 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $55.07 per fill, versus $24.98 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 15 prescriptions for Symbicort, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $269.87 per fill, versus $301.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 15 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $33.65 per fill, versus $23.92 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 vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 14 prescriptions for Shingrix, about 16% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $217.65 per fill, versus $195.76 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 14 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $62.13 per fill, versus $74.43 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
Tadalafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 14 prescriptions for Tadalafil, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $20.80 per fill, versus $193.21 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 14 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $1,424.46 per fill, versus $952.66 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 13 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $5.94 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 13 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $16.10 per fill, versus $13.21 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 12 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $28.66 per fill, versus $38.82 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 anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 12 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $27.17 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 12 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.62 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 12 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.88 per fill, versus $6.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 12 prescriptions for Digoxin, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $27.05 per fill, versus $22.84 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 12 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 23% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,212.43 per fill, versus $914.82 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 12 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $78.08 per fill, versus $18.88 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 treat diarrhea caused by the common bacteria known as E.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 12 prescriptions for Xifaxan, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $3,191.75 per fill, versus $2,777.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 11 prescriptions for Cholestyramine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $106.55 per fill, versus $72.34 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
Romosozumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) for women after menopause who are at high risk of having broken bones (fractures).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 11 prescriptions for Evenity (2 Syringes), about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $2,580.39 per fill, versus $2,397.06 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 11 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $16.67 per fill, versus $21.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 11 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $53.08 per fill, versus $66.35 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 used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Padilla wrote 11 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $13.03 per fill, versus $14.67 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. Padilla’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Padilla prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Padilla's most prescribed medications were Rosuvastatin Calcium (457), Atorvastatin Calcium (412) and Losartan Potassium (375).
How does Dr. Padilla's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 105 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Padilla prescribes 29 more often than the typical California prescriber, 27 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Padilla 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 California 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.
