RICHARD S BARTON CRNP
Prescription History 1982913554
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Warren, PA
What does Richard Barton prescribe?
In 2024, Richard Barton wrote 2,841 Medicare prescriptions for 77 medications. The most prescribed was Sertraline Hcl, with 135 prescriptions for 20 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 Richard Barton prescribes.
Medications 77 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 Pennsylvania prescribers.
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 135 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $8.54 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 133 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.48 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 119 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $14.07 per fill, versus $13.38 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 114 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $8.78 per fill, versus $6.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 114 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $19.94 per fill, versus $15.84 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 anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 80 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $12.65 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 75 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 35% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (217). Medicare paid $12.57 per fill, versus $12.25 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 68 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $10.52 per fill, versus $10.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 67 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $22.71 per fill, versus $20.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 66 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $7.84 per fill, versus $8.85 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 64 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 75% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $10.00 per fill, versus $9.83 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, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 63 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $13.11 per fill, versus $23.41 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 63 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $11.13 per fill, versus $10.98 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 62 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 62% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $11.31 per fill, versus $13.87 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 61 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $11.58 per fill, versus $12.00 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 57 prescriptions for Clozapine, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $53.52 per fill, versus $64.04 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 56 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $12.42 per fill, versus $12.24 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 52 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $4.62 per fill, versus $5.46 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 51 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $17.14 per fill, versus $18.85 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 51 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $24.02 per fill, versus $11.98 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 47 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $21.84 per fill, versus $17.08 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
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 46 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $47.03 per fill, versus $43.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 45 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $21.68 per fill, versus $25.57 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 44 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 88% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $44.45 per fill, versus $62.65 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 44 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $71.79 per fill, versus $51.40 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 42 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 42% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $10.33 per fill, versus $14.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 42 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $31.35 per fill, versus $14.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 40 prescriptions for Fluvoxamine Maleate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $81.80 per fill, versus $36.98 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 39 prescriptions for Topiramate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $13.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 38 prescriptions for Trintellix, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $472.53 per fill, versus $551.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 37 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $17.90 per fill, versus $25.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 36 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 35% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $10.21 per fill, versus $8.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 30 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $17.80 per fill, versus $17.20 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 28 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 21% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $9.68 per fill, versus $7.55 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 28 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 60% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $54.28 per fill, versus $61.27 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 28 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.51 per fill, versus $5.45 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 depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 27 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.33 per fill, versus $7.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 26 prescriptions for Lurasidone Hcl, about 88% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $250.07 per fill, versus $223.91 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 25 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $67.29 per fill, versus $30.43 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 25 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 20% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $22.52 per fill, versus $15.71 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 obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 23 prescriptions for Clomipramine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $55.98 per fill, versus $116.29 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 23 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 88% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $5.15 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 22 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $29.46 per fill, versus $6.56 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 21 prescriptions for Vraylar, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $1,382.88 per fill, versus $1,397.66 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 20 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $13.86 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 to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 20 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about 62% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $6.57 per fill, versus $8.66 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 20 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $11.30 per fill, versus $13.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 19 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 35% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $26.82 per fill, versus $35.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 19 prescriptions for Doxepin Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $18.71 per fill, versus $42.26 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 19 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 32% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $9.95 per fill, versus $13.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 17 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $11.22 per fill, versus $23.46 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, manic phase of bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 17 prescriptions for Perphenazine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $26.21 per fill, versus $45.64 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 16 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 14% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $9.15 per fill, versus $11.18 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 15 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 28% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $11.71 per fill, versus $14.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 15 prescriptions for Primidone, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $47.59 per fill, versus $23.71 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 9% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $14.04 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 22% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.01 per fill, versus $9.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $42.64 per fill, versus $49.38 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 26% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $15.00 per fill, versus $26.44 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 21% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $11.54 per fill, versus $12.67 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $18.98 per fill, versus $28.78 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
Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about 70% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $17.88 per fill, versus $20.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.16 per fill, versus $16.80 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 27% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $10.85 per fill, versus $4.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Methenamine Hippurate, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $66.74 per fill, versus $63.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 14 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 11% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $16.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 13 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $13.42 per fill, versus $13.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 13 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 22% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $9.96 per fill, versus $14.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 13 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $44.89 per fill, versus $4.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 13 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 27% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $14.11 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 12 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 20% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $678.09 per fill, versus $791.09 statewide.
Volume reflects 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, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 12 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $95.14 per fill, versus $44.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 12 prescriptions for Valproic Acid, about 61% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $20.49 per fill, versus $33.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 12 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $7.50 per fill, versus $20.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 11 prescriptions for Invega Sustenna, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3,952.44 per fill, versus $3,049.78 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
Lisdexamfetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 11 prescriptions for Vyvanse, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $390.88 per fill, versus $395.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zonisamide is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Richard Barton wrote 11 prescriptions for Zonisamide, about 33% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $43.64 per fill, versus $31.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Richard Barton’s prescriptions
What does Richard Barton prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Richard Barton's most prescribed medications were Sertraline Hcl (135), Clonazepam (133) and Risperidone (119).
How does Richard Barton's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 77 medications with a state comparison, Richard Barton prescribes 12 more often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber, 16 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Richard Barton 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 Pennsylvania 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.
