JENNIFER TIBBENS-SCALZO MD
Prescription History 1982925491
Family Medicine in Webster, NY
What does Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 3,686 Medicare prescriptions for 77 medications. The most prescribed was Simvastatin, with 244 prescriptions for 84 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. Tibbens-Scalzo prescribes.
Medications 77 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other New York prescribers.
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 244 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 3.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $11.36 per fill, versus $8.04 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 242 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $15.57 per fill, versus $10.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 230 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $10.05 per fill, versus $6.94 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 227 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $12.77 per fill, versus $13.15 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 175 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.8 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $18.00 per fill, versus $11.48 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 147 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $9.18 per fill, versus $6.16 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 133 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $14.17 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 123 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.5 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $22.87 per fill, versus $12.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 122 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $11.48 per fill, versus $8.54 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
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 91 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 72% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $20.27 per fill, versus $14.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 82 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.87 per fill, versus $4.36 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 80 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $19.70 per fill, versus $13.78 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 69 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.2 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $8.82 per fill, versus $10.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 62 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $18.17 per fill, versus $9.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 57 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $12.53 per fill, versus $7.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 57 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 81% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $14.18 per fill, versus $11.79 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 54 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 73% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $47.27 per fill, versus $33.48 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
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 54 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $7.80 per fill, versus $7.92 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 52 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 82% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,630.90 per fill, versus $1,284.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 50 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $49.64 per fill, versus $23.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 50 prescriptions for Prednisone, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.13 per fill, versus $4.12 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 treat depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 50 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $14.29 per fill, versus $7.91 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 45 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $22.83 per fill, versus $14.37 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 43 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 62% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $4.79 per fill, versus $4.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 42 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $10.50 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 41 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $12.26 per fill, versus $10.10 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 38 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 68% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.92 per fill, versus $6.31 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 38 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $23.35 per fill, versus $13.04 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 depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 36 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 89% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $58.95 per fill, versus $23.06 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 36 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 87% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.77 per fill, versus $7.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 35 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $7.41 per fill, versus $7.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 31 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.02 per fill, versus $12.32 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 30 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 35% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $920.93 per fill, versus $874.81 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 30 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 77% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $26.11 per fill, versus $13.19 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 30 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,075.62 per fill, versus $1,011.66 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 glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 30 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 73% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $110.89 per fill, versus $117.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 29 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $598.00 per fill, versus $832.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 28 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $29.92 per fill, versus $22.91 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 27 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $17.91 per fill, versus $10.29 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 27 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $7.40 per fill, versus $8.71 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 27 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $14.51 per fill, versus $12.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 27 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $4.49 per fill, versus $6.87 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 25 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $18.95 per fill, versus $9.55 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 24 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 69% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.64 per fill, versus $8.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Doxazosin is used alone or with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 23 prescriptions for Doxazosin Mesylate, about 78% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.03 per fill, versus $16.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 23 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $20.41 per fill, versus $10.30 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 23 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $2.22 per fill, versus $5.43 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 22 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 71% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $16.74 per fill, versus $11.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 21 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $22.44 per fill, versus $13.56 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
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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 20 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $10.70 per fill, versus $10.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 20 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $8.88 per fill, versus $8.15 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
Chlorthalidone is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 19 prescriptions for Chlorthalidone, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $14.66 per fill, versus $18.50 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 19 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 20% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $19.57 per fill, versus $14.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 18 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $27.41 per fill, versus $20.88 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 18 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 74% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $44.65 per fill, versus $29.38 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 17 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $65.88 per fill, versus $69.95 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 16 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $6.70 per fill, versus $15.52 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 16 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $80.37 per fill, versus $31.16 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 15 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $31.81 per fill, versus $19.79 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 15 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $14.23 per fill, versus $8.29 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat acne.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 15 prescriptions for Clindamycin Phosphate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $33.39 per fill, versus $51.61 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 15 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $15.66 per fill, versus $8.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Budesonide-Formoterol Fumarate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $173.65 per fill, versus $213.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $878.79 per fill, versus $974.53 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 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 New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $291.47 per fill, versus $155.70 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $5.16 per fill, versus $3.65 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 13 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $6.94 per fill, versus $29.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used in emergencies to treat very serious allergic reactions to insect stings/bites, foods, drugs, or other substances.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Epinephrine, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $204.05 per fill, versus $242.88 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 22% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $117.78 per fill, versus $25.74 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $21.24 per fill, versus $39.34 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 27% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $12.57 per fill, versus $16.11 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 prevent people who have been addicted to certain drugs (opiates) from taking them again.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Naltrexone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $51.32 per fill, versus $45.84 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
Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 12 prescriptions for Verapamil Er, about 61% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $32.80 per fill, versus $27.53 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $4.55 per fill, versus $8.73 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
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $10.87 per fill, versus $15.80 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $10.86 per fill, versus $11.62 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with New York prescribers
Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo wrote 11 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $49.21 per fill, versus $15.60 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. Tibbens-Scalzo’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo's most prescribed medications were Simvastatin (244), Atorvastatin Calcium (242) and Lisinopril (230).
How does Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 77 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo prescribes 8 more often than the typical New York prescriber, 20 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Tibbens-Scalzo 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 New York 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.
