CRISTINE ARANA RIVERA MD
Prescription History 1982308730
General Practice in Casselberry, FL
What does Dr. Arana Rivera prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 6,138 Medicare prescriptions for 138 medications. The most prescribed was Eliquis (apixaban), with 394 prescriptions for 61 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. Arana Rivera prescribes.
Medications 138 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 Florida prescribers.
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 394 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 4.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $296.39 per fill, versus $915.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 256 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (197). Medicare paid $18.31 per fill, versus $9.21 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 241 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $15.98 per fill, versus $10.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 177 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $20.14 per fill, versus $14.90 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 172 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $12.26 per fill, versus $5.82 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 136 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $18.30 per fill, versus $11.88 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 product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 131 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $28.55 per fill, versus $30.81 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 122 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $8.98 per fill, versus $4.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 117 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $11.60 per fill, versus $6.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 115 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $30.05 per fill, versus $19.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 114 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 86% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $19.00 per fill, versus $8.87 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 109 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $18.83 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 105 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $16.48 per fill, versus $8.57 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 104 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $20.23 per fill, versus $12.84 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 to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 103 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $36.01 per fill, versus $19.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 98 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $99.58 per fill, versus $268.80 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 98 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $16.10 per fill, versus $11.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 92 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $46.27 per fill, versus $38.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 90 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $12.93 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 79 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $24.27 per fill, versus $20.49 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 71 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $39.01 per fill, versus $33.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 71 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $7.89 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 69 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $17.10 per fill, versus $26.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 68 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $34.78 per fill, versus $30.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 68 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $13.63 per fill, versus $5.88 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
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Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 67 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $9.64 per fill, versus $7.52 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 66 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $19.85 per fill, versus $10.12 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 65 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $301.00 per fill, versus $1,101.06 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 65 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 90% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $14.27 per fill, versus $7.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 64 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $15.16 per fill, versus $19.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 57 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $279.54 per fill, versus $951.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 55 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $43.22 per fill, versus $24.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 53 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $21.57 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 52 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $11.62 per fill, versus $12.91 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 51 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 33% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $22.73 per fill, versus $10.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 50 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $25.91 per fill, versus $13.86 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
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 49 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $105.97 per fill, versus $74.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 48 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $11.85 per fill, versus $6.26 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 47 prescriptions for Fiasp Flextouch, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $154.27 per fill, versus $602.93 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 47 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 31% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $31.27 per fill, versus $12.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 45 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.69 per fill, versus $7.18 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 43 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $63.36 per fill, versus $27.35 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 43 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $14.82 per fill, versus $11.94 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 43 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $25.87 per fill, versus $10.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 42 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $28.50 per fill, versus $10.11 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 40 prescriptions for Entresto, about 82% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $352.38 per fill, versus $1,082.46 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 40 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $20.22 per fill, versus $13.11 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 39 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 82% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $13.87 per fill, versus $9.18 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 38 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $20.05 per fill, versus $13.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 38 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $11.03 per fill, versus $6.61 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 to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 38 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $18.97 per fill, versus $11.74 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
Ketoconazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 38 prescriptions for Ketoconazole, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $41.82 per fill, versus $16.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 37 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $29.57 per fill, versus $125.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 37 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 70% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $6.81 per fill, versus $4.25 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 36 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $43.45 per fill, versus $236.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 34 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $8.52 per fill, versus $28.36 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 vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 32 prescriptions for Arexvy, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $316.26 per fill, versus $289.55 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 32 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 60% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $14.18 per fill, versus $12.40 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 31 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $29.58 per fill, versus $24.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 30 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $38.44 per fill, versus $19.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 30 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 79% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $30.18 per fill, versus $26.04 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 30 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 30% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $17.80 per fill, versus $12.94 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 29 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $27.92 per fill, versus $18.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 28 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 87% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.82 per fill, versus $8.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 26 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $27.69 per fill, versus $14.74 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
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 26 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 75% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $27.55 per fill, versus $27.54 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 26 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $10.27 per fill, versus $6.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 26 prescriptions for Morphine Sulfate Er, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $35.38 per fill, versus $30.19 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 26 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.62 per fill, versus $8.82 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 26 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $14.76 per fill, versus $10.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product contains two drugs used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 25 prescriptions for Dorzolamide-Timolol, about 23% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $29.27 per fill, versus $16.28 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
Ertapenem is used to prevent and treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 25 prescriptions for Ertapenem, about 84% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $303.34 per fill, versus $468.24 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 24 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $26.58 per fill, versus $52.49 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 24 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $37.14 per fill, versus $206.12 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 23 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 31% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $39.99 per fill, versus $28.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 23 prescriptions for Methadone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $26.62 per fill, versus $20.82 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 22 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $17.75 per fill, versus $7.31 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
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 22 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 71% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $19.72 per fill, versus $15.80 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
Ceftriaxone is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 21 prescriptions for Ceftriaxone, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $32.15 per fill, versus $62.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 21 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about 76% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $47.45 per fill, versus $159.52 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
Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 21 prescriptions for Ranolazine Er, about 68% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $66.34 per fill, versus $97.21 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Admelog Solostar, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $45.45 per fill, versus $114.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $38.10 per fill, versus $19.53 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
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Fentanyl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $102.22 per fill, versus $112.01 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $16.04 per fill, versus $7.31 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 30% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $23.77 per fill, versus $16.41 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 product is used to help the healing of burns and skin ulcers.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 20 prescriptions for Santyl, about 74% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $897.64 per fill, versus $971.84 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 to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $78.78 per fill, versus $27.52 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 19 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $13.06 per fill, versus $8.00 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 18 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $20.86 per fill, versus $12.61 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 18 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $46.31 per fill, versus $18.13 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
This drug is used by mouth or rectally to treat or prevent complications of liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 17 prescriptions for Enulose, about 68% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $21.61 per fill, versus $20.28 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $26.71 per fill, versus $13.67 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 17 prescriptions for Insulin Aspart Flexpen, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $31.33 per fill, versus $107.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 17 prescriptions for Torsemide, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $16.60 per fill, versus $17.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (such as acute cystitis or lower urinary tract infections) in women.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 16 prescriptions for Fosfomycin Tromethamine, about 79% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $154.27 per fill, versus $155.87 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 16 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $13.98 per fill, versus $13.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Dapagliflozin, about 39% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $324.19 per fill, versus $433.38 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $296.87 per fill, versus $985.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Lacosamide, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $188.79 per fill, versus $132.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.05 per fill, versus $5.05 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
Zonisamide is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 15 prescriptions for Zonisamide, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $55.22 per fill, versus $33.14 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 15% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $9.26 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
Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Anastrozole, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $26.79 per fill, versus $16.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $20.06 per fill, versus $7.95 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er, about 76% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $18.04 per fill, versus $29.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of breast cancer (such as hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer) in women after menopause.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Letrozole, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $31.07 per fill, versus $22.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.58 per fill, versus $6.23 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
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Megestrol Acetate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $48.31 per fill, versus $65.27 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $24.71 per fill, versus $14.45 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 14 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $20.71 per fill, versus $14.44 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems such as asthma.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $40.28 per fill, versus $42.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 20% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $27.07 per fill, versus $27.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $5.86 per fill, versus $8.42 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 the same as your body's own glucagon, a natural substance that raises blood sugar by causing the body to release sugar stored in the liver.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Glucagon Emergency Kit, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $288.04 per fill, versus $280.59 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
Umeclidinium is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing, shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $384.67 per fill, versus $403.86 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $21.24 per fill, versus $9.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 22% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.38 per fill, versus $3.86 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 24% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $34.62 per fill, versus $28.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Sotalol, about 38% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $22.82 per fill, versus $22.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $41.27 per fill, versus $47.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 13 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 22% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $628.75 per fill, versus $901.87 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 31% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $20.40 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $24.38 per fill, versus $28.80 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $147.13 per fill, versus $142.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat or prevent certain urinary tract infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $49.78 per fill, versus $28.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain mental/mood disorder (pseudobulbar affect).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Nuedexta, about 33% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $747.29 per fill, versus $1,148.95 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Nystop, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $32.76 per fill, versus $30.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 27% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $29.69 per fill, versus $27.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This solution is used to supply water and salt (sodium chloride) to the body.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 12 prescriptions for Sodium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $19.23 per fill, versus $25.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Brimonidine Tartrate, about 13% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $70.39 per fill, versus $25.71 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
Cholestyramine is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Cholestyramine, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $154.37 per fill, versus $79.04 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Diltiazem Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $36.88 per fill, versus $26.58 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
Enoxaparin is used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Enoxaparin Sodium, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $81.40 per fill, versus $121.15 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 19% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.39 per fill, versus $21.41 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.29 per fill, versus $9.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Kapspargo Sprinkle, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $35.03 per fill, versus $48.44 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Arana Rivera wrote 11 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $29.28 per fill, versus $15.31 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. Arana Rivera’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Arana Rivera prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Arana Rivera's most prescribed medications were Eliquis (394), Atorvastatin Calcium (256) and Levothyroxine Sodium (241).
How does Dr. Arana Rivera's prescribing compare with other Florida prescribers?
Of the 138 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Arana Rivera prescribes 23 more often than the typical Florida prescriber, 33 about as often and 82 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Arana Rivera 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 Florida 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.
