MRS. MELISSA JO-ANN CUPID M.D
Prescription History 1982809133
Family Medicine in Myrtle Beach, SC
What does Dr. Cupid prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Cupid wrote 579 Medicare prescriptions for 27 medications. The most prescribed was Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, with 46 prescriptions for 18 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. Cupid prescribes.
Medications 27 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 South Carolina prescribers.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 46 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $8.71 per fill, versus $7.64 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 46 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $9.63 per fill, versus $15.01 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
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 35 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $31.37 per fill, versus $30.67 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 35 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 23% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (152). Medicare paid $9.63 per fill, versus $10.28 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
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 33 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 18% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (187). Medicare paid $9.31 per fill, versus $10.24 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 31 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 19% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (164). Medicare paid $8.19 per fill, versus $5.78 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 30 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 27% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $11.36 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 27 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 26% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $5.02 per fill, versus $6.57 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 25 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $4.20 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 22 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 36% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.47 per fill, versus $3.93 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
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 29% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $9.01 per fill, versus $14.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 18 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 21% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $13.60 per fill, versus $12.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 17 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.90 per fill, versus $13.59 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
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 17 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 22% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (79). Medicare paid $2.01 per fill, versus $4.54 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 17 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $15.67 per fill, versus $9.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 16 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 39% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.17 per fill, versus $6.63 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 15 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about half as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $9.55 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
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 South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 15 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 11% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (131). Medicare paid $10.50 per fill, versus $15.06 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 14 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 17% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $2.15 per fill, versus $5.04 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 14 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 13% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $14.36 per fill, versus $10.13 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 14 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 16% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $7.93 per fill, versus $6.92 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 16% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $2.38 per fill, versus $4.02 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 13 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 39% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.28 per fill, versus $7.98 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 13 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 12% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $8.63 per fill, versus $13.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.99 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 11 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 20% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $18.96 per fill, versus $7.14 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with South Carolina prescribers
Dr. Cupid wrote 11 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 17% as often as the typical South Carolina prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,028.83 per fill, versus $1,292.73 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. Cupid’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Cupid prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Cupid's most prescribed medications were Cyclobenzaprine Hcl (46), Gabapentin (46) and Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (35).
How does Dr. Cupid's prescribing compare with other South Carolina prescribers?
Of the 27 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Cupid prescribes 1 about as often than the typical South Carolina prescriber and 26 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Cupid 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 South Carolina 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.
