DR. PATRICK MICHAEL MELLA MD
Prescription History 1982915781
Internal Medicine in St. Petersburg, FL
What does Dr. Mella prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Mella wrote 7,087 Medicare prescriptions for 152 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 301 prescriptions for 77 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. Mella prescribes.
Medications 152 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 Florida 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 301 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (197). Medicare paid $18.53 per fill, versus $9.21 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 283 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $313.39 per fill, versus $915.40 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 242 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (159). Medicare paid $13.84 per fill, versus $10.37 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 236 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $15.11 per fill, versus $14.90 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 215 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (150). Medicare paid $8.95 per fill, versus $5.82 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 190 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $9.21 per fill, versus $6.69 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 185 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $18.14 per fill, versus $12.84 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 depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 172 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $13.43 per fill, versus $8.89 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 143 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $13.30 per fill, versus $8.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 134 prescriptions for Lactulose, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $21.91 per fill, versus $27.54 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 129 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $36.84 per fill, versus $33.66 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 128 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $12.91 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 121 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $13.88 per fill, versus $11.00 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 116 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (119). Medicare paid $12.33 per fill, versus $6.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 113 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $13.07 per fill, versus $10.12 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 112 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $10.02 per fill, versus $8.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 112 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $56.34 per fill, versus $38.70 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 depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 107 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $10.99 per fill, versus $7.89 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 105 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $11.36 per fill, versus $12.94 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 96 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $19.05 per fill, versus $16.41 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 certain types of constipation (chronic idiopathic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 92 prescriptions for Lubiprostone, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $120.28 per fill, versus $104.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 92 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 88% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $19.64 per fill, versus $13.25 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 87 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $14.54 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 87 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $8.53 per fill, versus $4.78 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 83 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (110). Medicare paid $9.48 per fill, versus $5.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 78 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $33.03 per fill, versus $19.64 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 76 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $29.16 per fill, versus $26.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 76 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (83). Medicare paid $19.62 per fill, versus $11.88 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 72 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $19.16 per fill, versus $14.74 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 68 prescriptions for Baclofen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $21.19 per fill, versus $13.24 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 68 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $287.15 per fill, versus $951.72 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 66 prescriptions for Risperidone, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $12.14 per fill, versus $14.44 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 64 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $23.74 per fill, versus $19.72 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 medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 63 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $24.08 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 63 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $17.38 per fill, versus $13.11 statewide.
Volume reflects 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).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 63 prescriptions for Olanzapine, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $23.66 per fill, versus $27.70 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 58 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $98.57 per fill, versus $268.80 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 58 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.82 per fill, versus $8.82 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
Benztropine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or involuntary movements due to the side effects of certain psychiatric drugs (antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine/haloperidol).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 56 prescriptions for Benztropine Mesylate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $22.58 per fill, versus $12.29 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 53 prescriptions for Januvia, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $351.09 per fill, versus $988.08 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 53 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 78% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $15.45 per fill, versus $10.00 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
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 50 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $81.26 per fill, versus $74.56 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
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 48 prescriptions for Lamotrigine, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $15.57 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 47 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $406.97 per fill, versus $537.14 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 46 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $46.16 per fill, versus $28.99 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 45 prescriptions for Jardiance, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $367.76 per fill, versus $1,101.06 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 44 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $19.24 per fill, versus $12.61 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
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 43 prescriptions for Ipratropium-Albuterol, about 89% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $28.15 per fill, versus $30.81 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 43 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 74% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $706.47 per fill, versus $901.87 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 39 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 74% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $20.62 per fill, versus $12.40 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 39 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $21.45 per fill, versus $13.67 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 39 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $670.74 per fill, versus $1,258.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 37 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.73 per fill, versus $26.98 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 36 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $25.95 per fill, versus $24.35 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 36 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $28.33 per fill, versus $27.35 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 35 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.08 per fill, versus $13.92 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 34 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.10 per fill, versus $11.94 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 medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 33 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $27.14 per fill, versus $27.52 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
This medication is used to treat overactive bladder.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 33 prescriptions for Gemtesa, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $244.71 per fill, versus $735.00 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 33 prescriptions for Topiramate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.10 per fill, versus $11.77 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
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Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 32 prescriptions for Linzess, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $585.20 per fill, versus $817.26 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 certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 30 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 75% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $232.47 per fill, versus $714.01 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
Sevelamer is used to lower high blood phosphorus (phosphate) levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 29 prescriptions for Sevelamer Carbonate, about 76% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $482.53 per fill, versus $199.34 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 28 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $5.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 27 prescriptions for Ramelteon, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $109.88 per fill, versus $118.14 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 27 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $43.09 per fill, versus $47.63 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 depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 26 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $30.53 per fill, versus $22.65 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 26 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $48.73 per fill, versus $159.52 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 25 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $25.23 per fill, versus $5.08 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 25 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 63% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $15.91 per fill, versus $10.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 25 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.92 per fill, versus $10.11 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 skin patch is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness or recovery from anesthesia and surgery.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 25 prescriptions for Scopolamine, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $53.73 per fill, versus $76.45 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 24 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $30.07 per fill, versus $74.50 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 24 prescriptions for Clozapine, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $157.05 per fill, versus $74.96 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 24 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $30.53 per fill, versus $18.87 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
Prazosin is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 24 prescriptions for Prazosin Hcl, about 80% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $22.81 per fill, versus $18.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amantadine is used to treat Parkinson's disease, as well as side effects caused by drugs (such as drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms), chemicals, and other medical conditions.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 23 prescriptions for Amantadine, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $24.47 per fill, versus $49.44 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 23 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $12.92 per fill, versus $8.07 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
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 23 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.78 per fill, versus $10.90 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 22 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $27.81 per fill, versus $27.43 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 22 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $185.48 per fill, versus $142.73 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 22 prescriptions for Haloperidol, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $37.06 per fill, versus $33.32 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
This medication is used to treat high levels of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 22 prescriptions for Lokelma, about 86% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $343.48 per fill, versus $736.88 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 22 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 75% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $270.98 per fill, versus $752.39 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 21 prescriptions for Atenolol, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $18.74 per fill, versus $6.65 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 21 prescriptions for Fiasp Flextouch, about 71% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $137.71 per fill, versus $602.93 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
Tiotropium is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 21 prescriptions for Spiriva Respimat, about 70% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $519.03 per fill, versus $712.67 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
Ertugliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 21 prescriptions for Steglatro, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $135.57 per fill, versus $217.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 20 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $23.29 per fill, versus $21.26 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 20 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $7.18 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 20 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 68% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $18.06 per fill, versus $28.80 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
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 20 prescriptions for Primidone, about 61% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $31.31 per fill, versus $23.34 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 20 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 13% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $26.13 per fill, versus $12.14 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 20 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 28% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $7.96 per fill, versus $7.43 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 to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 19 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.83 per fill, versus $7.95 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 19 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $43.09 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 19 prescriptions for Incruse Ellipta, about 81% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $349.02 per fill, versus $403.86 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 19 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.39 per fill, versus $3.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 19 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 67% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.64 per fill, versus $5.05 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 depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 19 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl, about as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $45.96 per fill, versus $25.41 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 18 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 12% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (156). Medicare paid $19.12 per fill, versus $10.64 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 18 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $130.03 per fill, versus $114.66 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 18 prescriptions for Novolog, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $80.89 per fill, versus $262.26 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 17 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 35% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $8.42 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 17 prescriptions for Humalog, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $50.31 per fill, versus $245.97 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 17 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $8.01 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 16 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 39% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $15.38 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 manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 16 prescriptions for Lithium Carbonate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.82 per fill, versus $9.47 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 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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 16 prescriptions for Symbicort, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $244.17 per fill, versus $310.57 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 15 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $13.21 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 15 prescriptions for Insulin Glargine-Yfgn, about 32% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $55.00 per fill, versus $52.49 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
Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 15 prescriptions for Isosorbide Dinitrate, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $92.06 per fill, versus $48.66 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 15 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 28% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $34.02 per fill, versus $28.64 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 15 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.81 per fill, versus $18.13 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
This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 14 prescriptions for Arexvy, about 22% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $328.64 per fill, versus $289.55 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
Deutetrabenazine is used to decrease involuntary movements (chorea) caused by Huntington's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 14 prescriptions for Austedo, about 60% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $2,428.94 per fill, versus $6,724.98 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
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 14 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $12.02 per fill, versus $17.00 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
This medication is a diet supplement used to prevent and treat low blood levels of carnitine.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 14 prescriptions for Levocarnitine, about 76% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $46.27 per fill, versus $140.40 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 14 prescriptions for Nyamyc, about 41% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $32.08 per fill, versus $21.16 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
Oxcarbazepine is used alone or with other medications to treat seizure disorders (epilepsy).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 14 prescriptions for Oxcarbazepine, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $45.79 per fill, versus $55.78 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 medication is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 14 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $28.75 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
Terazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 14 prescriptions for Terazosin Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $20.57 per fill, versus $17.12 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
Ceftriaxone is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 13 prescriptions for Ceftriaxone, about 42% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $27.17 per fill, versus $62.69 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 treat depression.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 13 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 34% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $6.61 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 13 prescriptions for Lantus, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $73.93 per fill, versus $133.69 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 25% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $20.05 per fill, versus $5.26 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 28% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $144.88 per fill, versus $29.34 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 contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Creon, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $1,336.99 per fill, versus $2,618.98 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Dilt-Xr, about 62% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $51.74 per fill, versus $37.26 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Fiasp, about 61% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $314.31 per fill, versus $745.84 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $36.13 per fill, versus $236.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $20.85 per fill, versus $9.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methenamine is used to prevent or control returning urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Methenamine Hippurate, about 31% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $70.63 per fill, versus $70.22 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 37% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.45 per fill, versus $10.43 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 26% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $17.26 per fill, versus $7.31 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
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about 40% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $21.50 per fill, versus $15.31 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
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Premarin, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $106.34 per fill, versus $406.98 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 product is used to help the healing of burns and skin ulcers.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Santyl, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $431.60 per fill, versus $971.84 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 18% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $10.76 per fill, versus $7.52 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 25% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $13.61 per fill, versus $10.64 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $15.96 per fill, versus $9.21 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 12 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $32.52 per fill, versus $21.79 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 30% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.66 per fill, versus $11.74 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 with other medications (levodopa/carbidopa) to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Entacapone, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $77.87 per fill, versus $173.03 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 19% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $19.67 per fill, versus $21.41 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
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 Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $29.51 per fill, versus $25.97 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Formoterol is used as a long-term (maintenance) treatment to prevent or decrease breathing problems caused by ongoing lung diseases (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Formoterol Fumarate, about 69% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $464.50 per fill, versus $399.44 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
Insulin detemir is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Levemir, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $119.44 per fill, versus $155.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Lidocaine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $2.23 per fill, versus $6.28 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 to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 36% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $22.63 per fill, versus $14.45 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
Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug).
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Phenytoin, about 66% as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $33.63 per fill, versus $40.68 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Florida prescribers
Dr. Mella wrote 11 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about half as often as the typical Florida prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $1,021.28 per fill, versus $1,545.56 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. Mella’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Mella prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Mella's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (301), Eliquis (283) and Levothyroxine Sodium (242).
How does Dr. Mella's prescribing compare with other Florida prescribers?
Of the 152 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Mella prescribes 33 more often than the typical Florida prescriber, 37 about as often and 82 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Mella 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 Florida 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.
