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DR. RODNEY JON KRATZ M.D.
Prescription History 1982608253
Colon & Rectal Surgery in Seattle, WA


Quality Rating: 82.84 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since June 02, 2005

Contact Information

1101 MADISON ST
SUITE 500
SEATTLE, WA
ZIP 98104
Phone: (206) 386-6600
Fax: (206) 386-2452

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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 DR. RODNEY JON KRATZ M.D., an active Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist practicing in Seattle, WA. Our medical registry currently tracks 8 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 317 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf, which accounts for 192 claims alone.

Medication Index

Gavilyte-G

Generic Formulation: Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/KclSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 79
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills51.1
Peer Average Days Supply80
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $650.56 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.10

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

PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 312
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims26.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.0
Peer Average Days Supply853
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 30.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $563.22 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$31.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.38

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 main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Lidocaine-Prilocaine

Generic Formulation: Lidocaine/PrilocaineSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 258
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims21.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.4
Peer Average Days Supply526
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $242.19 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.25

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.20

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 topical local anesthetic preparation that is composed of a mixture of lidocaine and prilocaine. It is used to provide anesthesia during minor surgery and for the treatment of PREMATURE EJACULATION.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication contains 2 amide-type local anesthetics, lidocaine and prilocaine. It is used on normal, unbroken skin or on the outer genital area to prevent pain before certain procedures such as inserting a needle, skin grafts, or skin laser surgery. It works by temporarily numbing the skin and surrounding area. Do not use this product in the ears. If this product alone cannot completely numb the area being treated, it may be used to numb the area before a lidocaine injection is given to provide enough pain relief for certain procedures (such as removal of genital warts).

Peg 3350-Electrolyte

Generic Formulation: Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/PegSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 39
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims50.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills50.1
Peer Average Days Supply68
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 66.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $606.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$35.69

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.49

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

PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Procto-Med Hc

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 241
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims17.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills18.0
Peer Average Days Supply390
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $285.99 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.00

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$34.42

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

Clinical Summary

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf

Generic Formulation: Sodium, Potassium,mag SulfatesSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 192
30-Day Fills 192.0
Days Supply 293
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills25.3
Peer Average Days Supply45
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 668.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,569.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$75.88

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$78.87

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

Sodium/potassium/magnesium sulfate solution is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Suprep

Generic Formulation: Sodium, Potassium,mag SulfatesSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 14.0
Days Supply 20
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims35.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills35.7
Peer Average Days Supply69
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,527.74 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$109.12

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$114.53

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

Sodium/potassium/magnesium sulfate solution is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Sutab

Generic Formulation: Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag SulfSpecialty: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 20
WA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims22.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills22.7
Peer Average Days Supply44
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 50.0% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside WA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,866.83 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$169.71

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$166.06

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 product is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

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 DR. RODNEY JON KRATZ M.D. provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Seattle, WA.

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 **Colon & Rectal Surgery** 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.