BRETT A GLIEM PA-C, ATC
Prescription History 1982003174
Physician Assistant in Topeka, KS
What does Brett Gliem prescribe?
In 2024, Brett Gliem wrote 1,136 Medicare prescriptions for 45 medications. The most prescribed was Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (hydrocodone/acetaminophen), with 54 prescriptions for 26 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 Brett Gliem prescribes.
Medications 45 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 Kansas prescribers.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 54 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 73% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $14.62 per fill, versus $20.52 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 47 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 89% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $27.75 per fill, versus $27.47 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 47 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $9.65 per fill, versus $8.47 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 47 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 78% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $4.94 per fill, versus $6.92 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 46 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $1.42 per fill, versus $3.51 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 45 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 32% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $2.39 per fill, versus $5.08 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 43 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 21% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (207). Medicare paid $7.39 per fill, versus $7.78 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 43 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.03 per fill, versus $12.06 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 41 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 33% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $7.81 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 36 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $4.83 per fill, versus $5.27 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 36 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 38% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $662.03 per fill, versus $741.96 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 35 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.78 per fill, versus $8.95 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 30 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 85% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $36.00 per fill, versus $25.68 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 29 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 29% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $8.00 per fill, versus $10.37 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 28 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 61% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $15.56 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 26 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 83% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.43 per fill, versus $13.17 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 26 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 26% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $7.27 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 26 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.92 per fill, versus $15.47 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 26 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 26% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $10.99 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 medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 25 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 78% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $3.73 per fill, versus $7.45 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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 25 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 26% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $2.34 per fill, versus $4.36 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 23 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $3.48 per fill, versus $11.65 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 23 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $6.69 per fill, versus $7.55 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 22 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.79 per fill, versus $9.44 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 medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 21 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 20% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $17.27 per fill, versus $11.33 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 20 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 32% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.45 per fill, versus $10.01 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 19 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $25.50 per fill, versus $22.46 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 19 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 15% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $3.93 per fill, versus $5.59 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 18 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 25% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $3.16 per fill, versus $3.60 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
Cefuroxime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 16 prescriptions for Cefuroxime, about 67% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.15 per fill, versus $16.00 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 16 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $5.37 per fill, versus $6.95 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $21.77 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 16 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 16% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $10.54 per fill, versus $11.02 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 15 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 29% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $4.59 per fill, versus $11.22 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 13 prescriptions for Loperamide, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $23.21 per fill, versus $18.63 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 13 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $9.23 per fill, versus $7.34 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 13 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 14% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $9.97 per fill, versus $12.43 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 12 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $3.82 per fill, versus $29.87 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 12 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $14.53 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 12 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 34% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.38 per fill, versus $11.60 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
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 Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 12 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $88.57 per fill, versus $65.33 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 11 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.80 per fill, versus $11.96 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 11 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 23% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.76 per fill, versus $16.02 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 11 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 12% as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $11.00 per fill, versus $19.96 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Kansas prescribers
Brett Gliem wrote 11 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Kansas prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $3.11 per fill, versus $5.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Brett Gliem’s prescriptions
What does Brett Gliem prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Brett Gliem's most prescribed medications were Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (54), Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (47) and Levothyroxine Sodium (47).
How does Brett Gliem's prescribing compare with other Kansas prescribers?
Of the 45 medications with a state comparison, Brett Gliem prescribes 1 more often than the typical Kansas prescriber, 9 about as often and 35 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Brett Gliem 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 Kansas 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.
