DR. WILLIAM JOSEPH RUST M.D.
Prescription History 1982914651
Internal Medicine in Monaca, PA
What does Dr. Rust prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Rust wrote 16,378 Medicare prescriptions for 194 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 996 prescriptions for 267 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. Rust prescribes.
Medications 194 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 996 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (217). Medicare paid $8.93 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 736 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 4.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (175). Medicare paid $11.43 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 697 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 6.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $10.57 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 609 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 5.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $13.42 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 520 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 9.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $13.39 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 478 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 3.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (136). Medicare paid $6.91 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 456 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $5.54 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 408 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 5.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $4.16 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 331 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $20.39 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 323 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (103). Medicare paid $7.04 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 320 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $8.65 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 316 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $12.18 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 279 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 4.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,289.80 per fill, versus $1,230.71 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 258 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $11.81 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 250 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.04 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 247 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $4.11 per fill, versus $4.95 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 235 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,218.85 per fill, versus $952.57 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 230 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $7.05 per fill, versus $7.17 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 196 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $13.25 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 194 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 4.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $9.52 per fill, versus $9.39 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 medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 194 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $13.44 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 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
Dr. Rust wrote 192 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $949.56 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 191 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $19.76 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 190 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $28.81 per fill, versus $32.33 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 189 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $10.45 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 187 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (104). Medicare paid $1,003.07 per fill, versus $796.82 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 179 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 3.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $11.63 per fill, versus $14.69 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 177 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $14.17 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 168 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $8.49 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 162 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $2.81 per fill, versus $4.09 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 160 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.22 per fill, versus $11.29 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 146 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $5.79 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 145 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.48 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 134 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.59 per fill, versus $8.43 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 126 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 4.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $9.61 per fill, versus $7.12 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 126 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $9.17 per fill, versus $13.03 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 123 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $6.87 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 depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 121 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $10.50 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 119 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $22.17 per fill, versus $22.50 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 117 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $914.08 per fill, versus $843.01 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 105 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $3.91 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 100 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $35.21 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 97 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $10.09 per fill, versus $11.06 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 95 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $13.15 per fill, versus $21.95 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 84 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $2.18 per fill, versus $7.03 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 82 prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $593.83 per fill, versus $554.61 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 80 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $27.43 per fill, versus $29.71 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 78 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $2.60 per fill, versus $5.96 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
Buprenorphine is used to treat opioid use disorder.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 77 prescriptions for Buprenorphine Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $44.18 per fill, versus $40.13 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 75 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $17.18 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 73 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $13.82 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 73 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $816.55 per fill, versus $806.46 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 72 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $24.44 per fill, versus $21.44 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 72 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $62.61 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 70 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $12.95 per fill, versus $9.54 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 70 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $5.19 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 69 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $11.77 per fill, versus $16.44 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 68 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $29.74 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 63 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $199.14 per fill, versus $113.34 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 63 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $9.05 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 61 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $17.13 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 61 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $14.56 per fill, versus $7.42 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 60 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $55.10 per fill, versus $65.98 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 used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 58 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.46 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 58 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.81 per fill, versus $19.40 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 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
Dr. Rust wrote 58 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $8.29 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 medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 55 prescriptions for Buprenorphine-Naloxone, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $110.96 per fill, versus $123.51 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 55 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $29.83 per fill, versus $31.35 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 55 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $32.84 per fill, versus $42.44 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 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
Dr. Rust wrote 54 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 81% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $12.94 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 51 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $4.11 per fill, versus $5.49 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 51 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $36.09 per fill, versus $40.37 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 50 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $26.23 per fill, versus $26.87 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 combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 50 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about 2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $23.32 per fill, versus $21.51 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 50 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,073.16 per fill, versus $877.86 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 49 prescriptions for Trulicity, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,257.24 per fill, versus $1,180.94 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 48 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $18.80 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
Solifenacin is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 48 prescriptions for Solifenacin Succinate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $51.74 per fill, versus $40.55 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 45 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $7.73 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 45 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $15.47 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 45 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $11.47 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 44 prescriptions for Linzess, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $545.59 per fill, versus $712.42 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 43 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $9.20 per fill, versus $9.82 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 product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 41 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $15.16 per fill, versus $22.41 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 medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 41 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.73 per fill, versus $12.34 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 41 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 74% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $11.08 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 40 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 74% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $3.15 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 bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 39 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 82% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $598.47 per fill, versus $570.98 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 used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 39 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $53.03 per fill, versus $26.46 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 depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 39 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $31.13 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 38 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $31.70 per fill, versus $26.43 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 36 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $24.36 per fill, versus $22.21 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
This product is used to treat certain types of heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 33 prescriptions for Entresto, about 62% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,166.03 per fill, versus $966.66 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 33 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $4.68 per fill, versus $9.20 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 medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 33 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $42.13 per fill, versus $70.66 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 32 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $30.11 per fill, versus $35.10 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 32 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $28.23 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 32 prescriptions for Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $29.47 per fill, versus $47.35 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 32 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.98 per fill, versus $12.73 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 31 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 71% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $2.82 per fill, versus $2.87 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 31 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $10.99 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 30 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $23.27 per fill, versus $19.02 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 30 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 89% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $1,116.01 per fill, versus $654.10 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 30 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $20.47 per fill, versus $29.74 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 29 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $42.49 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.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 29 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $92.36 per fill, versus $92.24 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 29 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 89% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $14.58 per fill, versus $14.62 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 29 prescriptions for Stiolto Respimat, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $786.38 per fill, versus $585.57 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 28 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $50.40 per fill, versus $31.17 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 28 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $8.70 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 27 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $26.00 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 a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 27 prescriptions for Temazepam, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.08 per fill, versus $13.55 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 27 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.52 per fill, versus $10.36 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 26 prescriptions for Naproxen, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $15.29 per fill, versus $10.41 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
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 25 prescriptions for Ibandronate Sodium, about 85% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $21.79 per fill, versus $30.37 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 25 prescriptions for Irbesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $25.14 per fill, versus $26.14 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 25 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $11.87 per fill, versus $8.05 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
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 25 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $67.60 per fill, versus $13.95 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 25 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $21.15 per fill, versus $14.13 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 25 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $32.66 per fill, versus $28.03 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 24 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $13.57 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
Lovastatin 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
Dr. Rust wrote 24 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.17 per fill, versus $11.26 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 24 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.00 per fill, versus $14.80 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 24 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $859.71 per fill, versus $1,104.89 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 to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 24 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 64% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $3.93 per fill, versus $9.88 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 23 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about 73% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1,175.74 per fill, versus $646.06 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
Vitamin D (ergocalciferol-D2, cholecalciferol-D3, alfacalcidol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 23 prescriptions for Vitamin D2, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $4.41 per fill, versus $7.30 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 22 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $22.47 per fill, versus $22.03 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 an overactive bladder.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 22 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $57.98 per fill, versus $79.09 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 21 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $28.35 per fill, versus $27.31 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 21 prescriptions for Nyamyc, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $18.37 per fill, versus $29.24 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 21 prescriptions for Phenytoin Sodium Extended, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $20.54 per fill, versus $25.69 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
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 20 prescriptions for Carbamazepine, about 80% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $24.28 per fill, versus $45.75 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
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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 20 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 84% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $356.28 per fill, versus $401.68 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
This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 20 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $54.58 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 20 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 78% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $38.21 per fill, versus $31.84 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 20 prescriptions for Topiramate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.81 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
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 19 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $18.57 per fill, versus $11.50 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 prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 19 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $491.87 per fill, versus $496.30 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
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 19 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $9.21 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 19 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 35% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $33.46 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 19 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $14.19 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 19 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 86% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $27.64 per fill, versus $45.09 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 19 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,112.25 per fill, versus $1,230.18 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
Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 19 prescriptions for Prolia, about 71% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1,704.24 per fill, versus $1,700.78 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 vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 18 prescriptions for Abrysvo, about 9% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (199). Medicare paid $299.51 per fill, versus $295.48 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
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 18 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 25% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $17.12 per fill, versus $31.55 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
This medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 18 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $26.01 per fill, versus $16.91 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
This medication is a combination of insulin glargine and lixisenatide and is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 18 prescriptions for Soliqua 100-33, about 63% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,265.96 per fill, versus $1,059.40 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 17 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 41% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $24.08 per fill, versus $18.41 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 17 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $661.05 per fill, versus $359.72 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 17 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $24.83 per fill, versus $32.51 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
Repaglinide is used alone or with other medications to control high blood sugar along with a proper diet and exercise program.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 17 prescriptions for Repaglinide, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $20.84 per fill, versus $37.24 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 17 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.14 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 17 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about 61% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $1,052.69 per fill, versus $1,070.16 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 17 prescriptions for Toujeo Solostar, about 65% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $709.45 per fill, versus $681.03 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 16 prescriptions for Januvia, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $558.23 per fill, versus $866.70 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 16 prescriptions for Verapamil Sr, about 87% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $162.69 per fill, versus $73.83 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
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Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.10 per fill, versus $13.70 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 64% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $19.97 per fill, versus $20.95 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $12.24 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
Lacosamide is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Lacosamide, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $99.50 per fill, versus $132.79 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 62% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.02 per fill, versus $6.84 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 constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Lubiprostone, about 66% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $85.82 per fill, versus $123.09 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
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $19.12 per fill, versus $22.33 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 27% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.98 per fill, versus $17.98 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $4.96 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 15 prescriptions for Primidone, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $62.27 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 14 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about 28% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $145.53 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 medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 14 prescriptions for Atenolol-Chlorthalidone, about 77% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $23.44 per fill, versus $27.76 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 14 prescriptions for Digoxin, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $23.10 per fill, versus $20.98 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 hormone.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 14 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 36% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $15.13 per fill, versus $67.21 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
This combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 14 prescriptions for Janumet, about 67% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $679.96 per fill, versus $843.01 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 14 prescriptions for Repatha Syringe, about 74% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $957.52 per fill, versus $678.21 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
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 14 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $2.15 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
Semaglutide is used to lower the risk of death from heart attack and stroke in people with heart disease who are overweight or obese.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 14 prescriptions for Wegovy, about 74% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $1,286.58 per fill, versus $1,364.44 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 13 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $22.61 per fill, versus $20.99 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 combination medication is used to treat tension headaches.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 13 prescriptions for Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe, about 60% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $10.42 per fill, versus $26.17 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 13 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Xr), about 73% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $4.78 per fill, versus $35.75 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 13 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium Er, about 34% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $44.46 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
This medication is used to treat pain/discomfort from a certain bladder disorder (interstitial cystitis).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 13 prescriptions for Elmiron, about 68% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $1,440.17 per fill, versus $903.83 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 13 prescriptions for Ibu, about 61% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $9.37 per fill, versus $6.20 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
Linagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 13 prescriptions for Jentadueto, about 72% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $945.53 per fill, versus $631.55 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 13 prescriptions for Vraylar, about 42% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $1,353.83 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
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
Dr. Rust wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $40.20 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 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 Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 12 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 39% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $327.16 per fill, versus $164.89 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 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
Dr. Rust wrote 12 prescriptions for Jantoven, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $7.69 per fill, versus $8.86 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
Labetalol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 12 prescriptions for Labetalol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $23.15 per fill, versus $28.82 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
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 12 prescriptions for Metronidazole, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $20.68 per fill, versus $37.29 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
This medication contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 12 prescriptions for Suboxone, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $462.15 per fill, versus $466.49 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 12 prescriptions for Tiadylt Er, about 75% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $29.15 per fill, versus $29.69 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 used to help prevent migraine.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 11 prescriptions for Aimovig Autoinjector, about 29% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $779.20 per fill, versus $822.06 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
This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer).
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxycontin, about 38% as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $1,434.52 per fill, versus $812.39 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
Rivastigmine is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease and to Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Pennsylvania prescribers
Dr. Rust wrote 11 prescriptions for Rivastigmine, about half as often as the typical Pennsylvania prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $263.81 per fill, versus $168.93 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. Rust’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Rust prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Rust's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (996), Levothyroxine Sodium (736) and Losartan Potassium (697).
How does Dr. Rust's prescribing compare with other Pennsylvania prescribers?
Of the 194 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Rust prescribes 80 more often than the typical Pennsylvania prescriber, 45 about as often and 69 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Rust 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.
