CARA GAILYNN MCCOY APRN
Prescription History 1982071213
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Prestonsburg, KY

NPI Status: Active since August 21, 2015

Contact Information

1709 KY ROUTE 321
SUITE 3
PRESTONSBURG, KY
ZIP 41653
Phone: (606) 886-8546
Fax: (606) 886-8548

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for CARA GAILYNN MCCOY APRN, an active Family specialist practicing in Prestonsburg, KY. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 222 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Pravastatin Sodium, which accounts for 28 claims alone.


Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 750
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims148.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills327.7
Peer Average Days Supply9,763
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 92.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $181.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.11

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 55
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims41.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills42.8
Peer Average Days Supply322
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $59.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.45

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.02

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain eye infections. It is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Fluticasone Propionate

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone PropionateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims65.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills107.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,221
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $173.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.55

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Gabapentin

Generic Formulation: GabapentinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 510
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims162.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills192.6
Peer Average Days Supply5,572
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 89.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $215.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.66

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.61

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.

Therapeutic Applications

Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 27.0
Days Supply 810
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims84.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills188.6
Peer Average Days Supply5,636
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $39.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.57

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.31

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen

Generic Formulation: Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 360
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims147.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills148.0
Peer Average Days Supply3,431
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 91.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $133.17 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.10

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.61

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.

Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride

Generic Formulation: Levocetirizine DihydrochlorideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims53.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills95.2
Peer Average Days Supply2,839
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 73.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $392.08 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$28.01

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.31

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing. It is also used to relieve itching and hives. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Levocetirizine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (such as anaphylaxis). If your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use levocetirizine in place of your epinephrine.

Lisinopril

Generic Formulation: LisinoprilSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 40.0
Days Supply 1,200
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims148.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills325.5
Peer Average Days Supply9,708
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 87.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $80.71 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.98

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Therapeutic Applications

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Metformin Hcl Er

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 690
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims56.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills129.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,872
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $102.65 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.04

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.42

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Metoprolol Tartrate

Generic Formulation: Metoprolol TartrateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims89.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills177.6
Peer Average Days Supply5,246
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 78.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $171.96 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.05

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.09

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Montelukast Sodium

Generic Formulation: Montelukast SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 24.0
Days Supply 720
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims85.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills173.2
Peer Average Days Supply5,162
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 85.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $217.86 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.16

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.00

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 24
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 1,440
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims126.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills259.0
Peer Average Days Supply7,703
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $586.23 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.21

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Pravastatin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pravastatin SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 28
30-Day Fills 48.0
Days Supply 1,440
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims68.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills160.5
Peer Average Days Supply4,792
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $218.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.80

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.01

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES).

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
KY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims70.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills117.2
Peer Average Days Supply3,453
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.3% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside KY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $222.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.60

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like CARA GAILYNN MCCOY APRN provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Prestonsburg, KY.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Family** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.