LAURA C VARGAS MD
Prescription History 1982915468
Family Medicine in Fontana, CA
What does Dr. Vargas prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Vargas wrote 4,022 Medicare prescriptions for 85 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 360 prescriptions for 142 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. Vargas prescribes.
Medications 85 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 California 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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 360 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $11.89 per fill, versus $10.47 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 217 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $12.69 per fill, versus $7.08 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 149 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $10.24 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 142 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.5 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $11.43 per fill, versus $8.30 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 135 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $11.74 per fill, versus $10.35 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 129 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $19.30 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 127 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.7 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $24.25 per fill, versus $21.39 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 124 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $11.95 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 112 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.74 per fill, versus $9.65 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.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 112 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.10 per fill, versus $10.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 108 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $12.13 per fill, versus $9.26 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 to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 89 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $10.94 per fill, versus $9.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 78 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $13.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 74 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.9 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $13.09 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 70 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $12.48 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 70 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 2.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.52 per fill, versus $20.54 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
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Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 68 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $9.28 per fill, versus $6.24 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 63 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.49 per fill, versus $4.39 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 62 prescriptions for Furosemide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $12.69 per fill, versus $6.39 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 59 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $27.34 per fill, versus $26.67 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 57 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $33.42 per fill, versus $24.00 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 56 prescriptions for Glipizide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $13.41 per fill, versus $10.86 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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 52 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $42.29 per fill, versus $37.76 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 50 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $16.23 per fill, versus $28.70 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 49 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.53 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 48 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $16.11 per fill, versus $9.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dabigatran is used to prevent stroke and harmful blood clots (such as in your legs or lungs) if you have a certain type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 47 prescriptions for Pradaxa, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $215.45 per fill, versus $256.95 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 46 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $18.59 per fill, versus $15.63 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 46 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 80% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $488.31 per fill, versus $933.82 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 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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 44 prescriptions for Breyna, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $222.94 per fill, versus $216.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 43 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $9.67 per fill, versus $15.48 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 42 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 74% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $7.82 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 42 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $9.03 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 41 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $887.61 per fill, versus $923.33 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 40 prescriptions for Humulin N, about 1.3 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $142.51 per fill, versus $167.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 35 prescriptions for Temazepam, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.93 per fill, versus $13.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 33 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $11.83 per fill, versus $5.71 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 33 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $14.58 per fill, versus $15.02 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 31 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 72% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $10.29 per fill, versus $14.35 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 31 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 77% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.83 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 28 prescriptions for Fluocinolone Acetonide, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $28.54 per fill, versus $45.07 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 28 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $8.55 per fill, versus $9.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 27 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 67% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $15.27 per fill, versus $24.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 26 prescriptions for Adacel Tdap, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $51.00 per fill, versus $52.46 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 26 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $16.89 per fill, versus $22.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 26 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 71% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.66 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 26 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about 87% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $196.62 per fill, versus $113.40 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 a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 25 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 86% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $41.30 per fill, versus $52.96 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 24 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 88% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $10.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 24 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.58 per fill, versus $19.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 24 prescriptions for Veo Insulin Syringe, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $19.31 per fill, versus $24.06 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
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 23 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.60 per fill, versus $18.27 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 23 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $9.26 per fill, versus $6.71 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 23 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 66% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $29.45 per fill, versus $31.19 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Lidocaine, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $16.36 per fill, versus $98.50 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $50.31 per fill, versus $29.84 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
Tadalafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 22 prescriptions for Tadalafil, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $25.80 per fill, versus $193.21 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 20 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 78% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $14.98 per fill, versus $9.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 19 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 68% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $20.97 per fill, versus $23.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 18 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $18.76 per fill, versus $66.35 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 vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Arexvy, about 17% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $147.00 per fill, versus $269.05 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 17 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $10.87 per fill, versus $8.98 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 16 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $15.46 per fill, versus $13.71 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
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 California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 16 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $17.44 per fill, versus $13.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 16 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $14.56 per fill, versus $24.98 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 15 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.52 per fill, versus $17.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 15 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 35% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.32 per fill, versus $6.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 15 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $740.39 per fill, versus $1,102.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $10.18 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 14 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $11.24 per fill, versus $10.71 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
Digoxin is used to treat heart failure, usually along with other medications.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Digoxin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $11.80 per fill, versus $22.84 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 27% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $11.67 per fill, versus $11.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluocinonide, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $16.07 per fill, versus $39.72 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
Insulin isophane is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Humulin N Kwikpen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $265.98 per fill, versus $176.99 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 13 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.63 per fill, versus $12.38 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 12 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.08 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $11.48 per fill, versus $15.75 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 19% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $12.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.70 per fill, versus $11.85 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
Insulin regular is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Humulin R, about 42% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $76.45 per fill, versus $106.74 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.31 per fill, versus $13.85 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $10.07 per fill, versus $9.70 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $7.17 per fill, versus $13.84 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.67 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with California prescribers
Dr. Vargas wrote 11 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $13.71 per fill, versus $11.76 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. Vargas’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Vargas prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Vargas's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (360), Amlodipine Besylate (217) and Omeprazole (149).
How does Dr. Vargas's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 85 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Vargas prescribes 19 more often than the typical California prescriber, 21 about as often and 45 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Vargas 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 California 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.
