MERLYN RAYMOND NP
Prescription History 1982282901
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Silver Spring, MD

NPI Status: Active since March 31, 2021

Contact Information

9520 GEORGIA AVE
SILVER SPRING, MD
ZIP 20910
Phone: (301) 585-3136

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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 MERLYN RAYMOND NP, an active Family specialist practicing in Silver Spring, MD. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 326 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Azithromycin, which accounts for 47 claims alone.


Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass

Generic Formulation: Amoxicillin/Potassium ClavSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.0
Days Supply 148
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.0
Peer Average Days Supply208
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $181.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.51

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 fixed-ratio combination of amoxicillin trihydrate and potassium clavulanate.

Therapeutic Applications

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Azithromycin

Generic Formulation: AzithromycinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 47
30-Day Fills 47.0
Days Supply 249
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.7
Peer Average Days Supply271
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 56.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $240.91 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.13

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.56

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.

Cephalexin

Generic Formulation: CephalexinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 85
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.8
Peer Average Days Supply271
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 45.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $133.40 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.65

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 semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with antimicrobial activity similar to that of CEPHALORIDINE or CEPHALOTHIN, but somewhat less potent. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Ciprofloxacin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ciprofloxacin HclSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 56
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.5
Peer Average Days Supply225
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 52.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $68.25 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.58

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 broad-spectrum antimicrobial carboxyfluoroquinoline.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It 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 overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 218
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.6
Peer Average Days Supply440
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $367.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.48

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.41

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 synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Fluticasone Propionate

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone PropionateSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 33
30-Day Fills 49.0
Days Supply 1,470
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.5
Peer Average Days Supply2,014
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $381.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.19

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.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 38.7
Days Supply 1,161
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims101.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills241.9
Peer Average Days Supply7,165
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 86.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MD. 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

$5.77

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.62

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

The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Methylprednisolone

Generic Formulation: MethylprednisoloneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 34
30-Day Fills 34.0
Days Supply 204
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.9
Peer Average Days Supply217
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $365.81 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.76

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.35

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 PREDNISOLONE derivative with similar anti-inflammatory action.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions. This medication is a corticosteroid hormone. Methylprednisolone may also be used with other medications in hormone disorders.

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 341
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills29.4
Peer Average Days Supply488
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 27.6% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $177.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.77

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 topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro

Generic Formulation: Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-CrystSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 37
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 187
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.2
Peer Average Days Supply212
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 68.2% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $488.09 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.96

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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).

Paxlovid (Eua)

Generic Formulation: Nirmatrelvir/RitonavirSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 90
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills23.3
Peer Average Days Supply118
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $185.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.67

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

The combination of nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets is a product that the FDA is allowing to be given for emergency use to treat COVID-19. The product is also approved to be used in Canada to treat COVID-19. It is used by people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus, have had mild to moderate symptoms for no more than 5 days and are not hospitalized. To receive this product you must also be at high risk for COVID-19 complications due to older age, obesity, or ongoing medical conditions (such as lung or heart disease or diabetes, among others). Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment with nirmatrelvir and ritonavir. Nirmatrelvir is a SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitor. It works by preventing the growth of the virus that causes COVID-19. Ritonavir increases (boosts) the levels of nirmatrelvir. This helps nirmatrelvir work better. More information about nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is available from the FDA Fact Sheet for Patients, Parents, and Caregivers for Emergency Use and from the Health Canada Patient Medication Information sheet. There is limited information about how safe and effective the combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is for treating COVID-19. Study results show that nirmatrelvir and ritonavir may help people who have recently tested positive for coronavirus stay out of the hospital. This product is not for use by people who are hospitalized due to COVID-19. The information in this document reflects emerging data, which is evolving and subject to reassessment. Users should be aware of these considerations in their review of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, and it is always the responsibility of treating practitioners to exercise independent judgement in making care decisions.

Prednisone

Generic Formulation: PrednisoneSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 25.0
Days Supply 458
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims39.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.6
Peer Average Days Supply992
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 56.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $55.79 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.28

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.04

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 synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver.

Therapeutic Applications

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Generic Formulation: Sulfamethoxazole/TrimethoprimSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 72
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.8
Peer Average Days Supply353
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 43.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $56.06 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.27

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 drug combination with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is effective in the treatment of many infections, including PNEUMOCYSTIS PNEUMONIA in AIDS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Nurse Practitioner
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 12.0
Days Supply 273
MD State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims34.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.0
Peer Average Days Supply963
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside MD. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $65.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.43

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.51

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 esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

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 MERLYN RAYMOND NP provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Silver Spring, MD.

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.