KATHRYN NICOLE KUSKE PA-C
Prescription History 1982919718
Physician Assistant - Medical in Shakopee, MN
What does Kathryn Kuske prescribe?
In 2024, Kathryn Kuske wrote 2,336 Medicare prescriptions for 63 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 192 prescriptions for 56 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 Kathryn Kuske prescribes.
Medications 63 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 192 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $16.37 per fill, versus $13.32 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 153 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $11.79 per fill, versus $13.23 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 115 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $10.41 per fill, versus $9.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 103 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 83% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $9.59 per fill, versus $8.62 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 100 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $4.59 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 97 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 87% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $16.93 per fill, versus $12.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 74 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 69% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $26.06 per fill, versus $17.32 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 70 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 84% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $14.84 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 68 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 67% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $15.82 per fill, versus $14.15 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 66 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 70% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $16.91 per fill, versus $14.95 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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 64 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 79% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $23.65 per fill, versus $17.84 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 62 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $3.60 per fill, versus $6.46 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 61 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,096.78 per fill, versus $1,265.25 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 54 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 83% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $18.00 per fill, versus $10.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 49 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $8.59 per fill, versus $11.47 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 45 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $22.53 per fill, versus $11.84 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 42 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $11.21 per fill, versus $12.72 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 depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 42 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 64% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $14.42 per fill, versus $12.12 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 40 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $4.21 per fill, versus $6.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 38 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 75% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $7.72 per fill, versus $13.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 37 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $19.37 per fill, versus $11.95 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 34 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 83% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $8.92 per fill, versus $9.53 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 34 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.52 per fill, versus $8.36 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 33 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 76% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $64.24 per fill, versus $37.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 33 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 78% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $38.29 per fill, versus $25.72 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 33 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $13.20 per fill, versus $17.01 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 26 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 64% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.30 per fill, versus $9.69 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 26 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $12.69 per fill, versus $14.19 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 25 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 82% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.52 per fill, versus $10.01 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 23 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $5.24 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 to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 22 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $37.88 per fill, versus $25.39 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 22 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 74% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.19 per fill, versus $15.85 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 20 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 76% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $9.23 per fill, versus $10.49 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 19 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $14.58 per fill, versus $13.43 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 blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 19 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 34% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $13.59 per fill, versus $11.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 18 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphet Er, about 68% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $20.93 per fill, versus $52.38 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 17 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 41% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,408.77 per fill, versus $1,040.12 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
This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 17 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $15.17 per fill, versus $22.20 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 17 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $3.66 per fill, versus $12.16 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 17 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $44.63 per fill, versus $21.20 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 diarrhea.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 16 prescriptions for Diphenoxylate-Atropine, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (16). Medicare paid $28.09 per fill, versus $25.61 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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 16 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 41% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $102.45 per fill, versus $124.57 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 anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 16 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 40% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $2.60 per fill, versus $7.04 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 16 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about 73% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $7.75 per fill, versus $28.98 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 15 prescriptions for Doxycycline Monohydrate, about 62% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $8.44 per fill, versus $17.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 15 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $22.10 per fill, versus $25.72 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 15 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $90.51 per fill, versus $68.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone (estrogen).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 14 prescriptions for Estradiol (Twice Weekly), about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $90.39 per fill, versus $116.23 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 14 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 34% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $13.29 per fill, versus $16.49 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 14 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $24.71 per fill, versus $15.09 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 14 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 35% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $17.40 per fill, versus $16.72 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 14 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 34% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1.70 per fill, versus $5.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 13 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.97 per fill, versus $16.27 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 13 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.59 per fill, versus $6.66 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 13 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $16.31 per fill, versus $19.82 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
Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 12 prescriptions for Fludrocortisone Acetate, about 65% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $16.18 per fill, versus $23.54 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 12 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 35% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $39.40 per fill, versus $20.12 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.28 per fill, versus $10.49 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 11 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 24% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $10.72 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 a hormone.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 11 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 38% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $4.22 per fill, versus $61.96 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 11 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 25% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $4.20 per fill, versus $14.82 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 Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 11 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $222.25 per fill, versus $176.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Progesterone is a type of hormone (progestin).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Kathryn Kuske wrote 11 prescriptions for Progesterone, about 38% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $35.52 per fill, versus $45.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Kathryn Kuske’s prescriptions
What does Kathryn Kuske prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Kathryn Kuske's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (192), Levothyroxine Sodium (153) and Lisinopril (115).
How does Kathryn Kuske's prescribing compare with other Minnesota prescribers?
Of the 63 medications with a state comparison, Kathryn Kuske prescribes 3 more often than the typical Minnesota prescriber, 20 about as often and 40 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Kathryn Kuske 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 Minnesota 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.
