DR. LATORA WILLIAMS MD
Prescription History 1982166757
Family Medicine in Jackson, GA
What does Dr. Williams prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Williams wrote 6,118 Medicare prescriptions for 127 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 323 prescriptions for 129 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. Williams prescribes.
Medications 127 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 Georgia prescribers.
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 323 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $7.64 per fill, versus $8.21 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 319 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $5.03 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 229 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (164). Medicare paid $10.41 per fill, versus $9.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 185 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $5.64 per fill, versus $5.81 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 165 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $15.42 per fill, versus $13.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 164 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $6.65 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 153 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $9.19 per fill, versus $8.23 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 140 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $2.83 per fill, versus $4.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 131 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $4.29 per fill, versus $3.92 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 129 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $12.72 per fill, versus $10.93 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 108 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $1,454.72 per fill, versus $1,269.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 105 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $8.32 per fill, versus $11.47 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 104 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $25.94 per fill, versus $28.55 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 97 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $9.69 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 93 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $6.24 per fill, versus $7.25 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 86 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $7.65 per fill, versus $7.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 86 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $7.29 per fill, versus $7.74 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 85 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $5.31 per fill, versus $6.30 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 82 prescriptions for Famotidine, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $10.04 per fill, versus $10.82 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 82 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $7.03 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 77 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 83% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $3.69 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 71 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 83% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $6.15 per fill, versus $7.23 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 71 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $19.89 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 70 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 64% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $12.43 per fill, versus $11.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 70 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (137). Medicare paid $13.42 per fill, versus $10.89 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 69 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $5.34 per fill, versus $6.15 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 69 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $4.91 per fill, versus $8.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 68 prescriptions for Shingrix, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $222.66 per fill, versus $205.75 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 62 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.75 per fill, versus $6.34 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 62 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $6.19 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 60 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $17.98 per fill, versus $19.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 58 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.36 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 58 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 88% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.04 per fill, versus $3.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 57 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $9.94 per fill, versus $11.45 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
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 54 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $9.13 per fill, versus $10.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 53 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 86% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $14.70 per fill, versus $13.08 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 51 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 78% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $10.55 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 48 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 68% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $10.22 per fill, versus $11.68 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 48 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 65% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $7.55 per fill, versus $7.37 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 47 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.81 per fill, versus $4.80 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 44 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $1,046.23 per fill, versus $806.53 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 44 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $4.80 per fill, versus $6.90 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 44 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $155.95 per fill, versus $126.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 42 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.88 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 42 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $10.05 per fill, versus $9.84 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 42 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $5.50 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 42 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.74 per fill, versus $14.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 40 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $14.75 per fill, versus $10.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 39 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $8.44 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 38 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 63% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $25.08 per fill, versus $18.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 38 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $7.48 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 35 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $10.69 per fill, versus $9.62 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 35 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 65% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $2.08 per fill, versus $3.75 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 34 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $12.94 per fill, versus $23.01 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 34 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 83% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.37 per fill, versus $6.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 33 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $26.95 per fill, versus $11.68 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 33 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 70% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $23.96 per fill, versus $32.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 33 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $1,610.85 per fill, versus $997.23 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 depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 32 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 73% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $18.34 per fill, versus $20.97 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 31 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $5.98 per fill, versus $11.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 31 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 74% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.65 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 31 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 76% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $11.21 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 30 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.78 per fill, versus $14.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 30 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 72% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.27 per fill, versus $7.33 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 29 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $11.76 per fill, versus $8.81 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 29 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.14 per fill, versus $5.60 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 mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 29 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $11.50 per fill, versus $15.39 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 used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 28 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $15.64 per fill, versus $22.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 28 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 74% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $25.10 per fill, versus $19.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 27 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 77% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.50 per fill, versus $11.52 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 26 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.23 per fill, versus $7.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 26 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 67% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $19.47 per fill, versus $12.27 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 26 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 74% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.26 per fill, versus $6.84 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 25 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $9.03 per fill, versus $12.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 25 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 38% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $23.79 per fill, versus $25.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 25 prescriptions for Naproxen, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.96 per fill, versus $10.18 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 24 prescriptions for Januvia, about 61% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $833.05 per fill, versus $929.00 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 24 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 61% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $18.54 per fill, versus $16.06 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 23 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 32% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $17.89 per fill, versus $13.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 22 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $37.37 per fill, versus $27.65 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 22 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,138.69 per fill, versus $929.83 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 21 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.98 per fill, versus $6.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 21 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $15.18 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 20 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 64% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $27.16 per fill, versus $23.44 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 20 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.87 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 20 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.73 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 depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 20 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.44 per fill, versus $16.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 19 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 74% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $24.49 per fill, versus $28.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 19 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,463.84 per fill, versus $1,243.22 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 a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 19 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 68% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $3.28 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 19 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 26% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $901.12 per fill, versus $849.01 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 19 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $915.49 per fill, versus $641.70 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 18 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $9.46 per fill, versus $17.60 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 18 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $784.98 per fill, versus $829.39 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 used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 18 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 38% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $3.43 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 18 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $7.76 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 depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 17 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.47 per fill, versus $13.55 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 17 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 37% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $124.55 per fill, versus $49.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 17 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 14% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $14.02 per fill, versus $29.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 17 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.55 per fill, versus $7.88 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 17 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $9.03 per fill, versus $9.45 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 17 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 71% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $32.22 per fill, versus $34.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 16 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $423.98 per fill, versus $513.89 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 16 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 34% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $820.12 per fill, versus $896.59 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 15 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 32% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $40.33 per fill, versus $22.33 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 15 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $16.14 per fill, versus $9.36 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 14 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.46 per fill, versus $13.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 14 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $83.47 per fill, versus $50.01 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
Concentrated insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes who require large doses of insulin (more than 200 units per day).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 14 prescriptions for Humulin R U-500 Kwikpen, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $1,172.02 per fill, versus $1,651.28 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.79 per fill, versus $26.12 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 13 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $28.22 per fill, versus $18.35 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 13 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 41% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $23.33 per fill, versus $35.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 13 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 29% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $14.25 per fill, versus $23.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 13 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 37% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $173.53 per fill, versus $207.24 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
Oseltamivir is used to treat symptoms caused by the flu virus (influenza).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 13 prescriptions for Oseltamivir Phosphate, about 67% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $23.90 per fill, versus $29.30 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 12 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 20% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $6.32 per fill, versus $10.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $47.00 per fill, versus $17.14 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 12 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.22 per fill, versus $10.84 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 12 prescriptions for Primidone, about 29% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.27 per fill, versus $20.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 12 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 19% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $16.05 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 12 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 29% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.69 per fill, versus $9.81 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 12 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $1,263.31 per fill, versus $1,292.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 12 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 27% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $17.82 per fill, versus $22.23 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 11 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 34% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $14.57 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 11 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1.34 per fill, versus $4.95 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 11 prescriptions for Dilt-Xr, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $23.73 per fill, versus $28.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Williams wrote 11 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 27% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $55.72 per fill, versus $43.78 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. Williams’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Williams prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Williams's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (323), Amlodipine Besylate (319) and Levothyroxine Sodium (229).
How does Dr. Williams's prescribing compare with other Georgia prescribers?
Of the 127 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Williams prescribes 21 more often than the typical Georgia prescriber, 29 about as often and 77 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Williams 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 Georgia 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.
