SHARON MARIE VELEZ-MAYMI MD
Prescription History 1982937728
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in San Juan, PR
What does Dr. Velez-Maymi prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 5,664 Medicare prescriptions for 74 medications. The most prescribed was Synthroid (levothyroxine sodium), with 1,447 prescriptions for 219 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. Velez-Maymi prescribes.
Medications 74 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 Puerto Rico prescribers.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 1,447 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 6.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (233). Medicare paid $56.20 per fill, versus $76.31 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 397 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 5.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $1,006.89 per fill, versus $1,039.36 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 320 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (204). Medicare paid $6.13 per fill, versus $6.34 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 a combination of 2 drugs: dapagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 286 prescriptions for Xigduo Xr, about 5.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $740.06 per fill, versus $744.96 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 249 prescriptions for Lantus, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $110.64 per fill, versus $105.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 247 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 73% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (337). Medicare paid $9.12 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 242 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $664.04 per fill, versus $782.35 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 153 prescriptions for Humalog, about 3.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $123.72 per fill, versus $126.60 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 145 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 79% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (185). Medicare paid $10.31 per fill, versus $12.35 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 116 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $802.26 per fill, versus $847.15 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 107 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (247). Medicare paid $8.93 per fill, versus $10.77 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 a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 99 prescriptions for Synjardy, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $675.36 per fill, versus $718.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 98 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $105.76 per fill, versus $108.79 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 96 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 81% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (118). Medicare paid $10.82 per fill, versus $7.83 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 89 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (262). Medicare paid $7.79 per fill, versus $9.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 86 prescriptions for Synjardy Xr, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $754.36 per fill, versus $773.98 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 84 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $13.47 per fill, versus $17.57 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 84 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $1,046.21 per fill, versus $1,065.15 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
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 59 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $17.24 per fill, versus $17.27 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 53 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $9.33 per fill, versus $15.37 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 52 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $764.57 per fill, versus $759.64 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 51 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 63% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $23.84 per fill, versus $26.55 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 47 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 62% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $6.57 per fill, versus $17.11 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 46 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (183). Medicare paid $10.78 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
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 42 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $15.21 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 41 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 19% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (210). Medicare paid $5.14 per fill, versus $5.10 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 39 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $13.32 per fill, versus $17.55 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 39 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 20% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $7.24 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 37 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $1,113.61 per fill, versus $1,136.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 36 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $163.32 per fill, versus $200.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 33 prescriptions for Pen Needle, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.06 per fill, versus $19.11 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 31 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 65% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $14.71 per fill, versus $23.14 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
Sitagliptin/metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 30 prescriptions for Janumet Xr, about 88% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $567.46 per fill, versus $752.26 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
Omega-3 acid ethyl esters, a type of fat found in fish oil, is used along with diet and exercise to help lower levels of a certain blood fat (triglyceride).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 28 prescriptions for Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters, about 39% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $44.34 per fill, versus $53.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 26 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.35 per fill, versus $25.79 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 25 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 40% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $8.61 per fill, versus $20.83 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 combination of 2 drugs: empagliflozin and linagliptin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 25 prescriptions for Glyxambi, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $706.27 per fill, versus $788.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 24 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 17% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (142). Medicare paid $6.52 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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 23 prescriptions for Insulin Lispro, about 78% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $48.74 per fill, versus $41.87 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 beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 22 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 13% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $12.27 per fill, versus $15.32 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
Liothyronine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 21 prescriptions for Liothyronine Sodium, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $27.77 per fill, versus $33.41 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 21 prescriptions for Rybelsus, about 64% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $961.29 per fill, versus $1,184.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 21 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $36.91 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.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 20 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $14.16 per fill, versus $23.09 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 19 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-200, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $972.97 per fill, versus $799.23 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
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 19 prescriptions for Icosapent Ethyl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $93.59 per fill, versus $211.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 19 prescriptions for Insulin Syringe, about 72% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $22.18 per fill, versus $26.16 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 a combination of 2 drugs: canagliflozin and metformin.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 17 prescriptions for Invokamet Xr, about as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $591.42 per fill, versus $579.79 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 17 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 10% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (163). Medicare paid $6.72 per fill, versus $5.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 17 prescriptions for Sure Comfort, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $19.75 per fill, versus $19.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 16 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 35% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $9.96 per fill, versus $6.89 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 16 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 20% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $4.39 per fill, versus $5.52 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
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 15 prescriptions for Humalog Junior Kwikpen, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $159.76 per fill, versus $190.10 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 13% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $5.24 per fill, versus $5.83 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 15 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 33% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $9.72 per fill, versus $13.49 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
This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 15 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 27% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $41.26 per fill, versus $22.47 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 15 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 12% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (127). Medicare paid $7.36 per fill, versus $10.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 14 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 33% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $18.61 per fill, versus $23.23 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 14 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-200, about 64% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $629.62 per fill, versus $756.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 14 prescriptions for Unifine Pentips, about 66% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $24.33 per fill, versus $24.85 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 13 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about 32% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $37.04 per fill, versus $18.29 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $17.32 per fill, versus $7.93 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 13 prescriptions for Januvia, about 33% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $841.37 per fill, versus $859.90 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
Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 13 prescriptions for Prolia, about 28% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,753.65 per fill, versus $1,766.92 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
Linagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 13 prescriptions for Tradjenta, about 33% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $756.75 per fill, versus $735.76 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
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 Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 12 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 21% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $11.20 per fill, versus $24.52 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
Teriparatide is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 12 prescriptions for Forteo, about 71% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $4,324.21 per fill, versus $4,397.69 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 combination medication is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 12 prescriptions for Janumet, about 31% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $824.59 per fill, versus $779.20 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 12 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 22% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.16 per fill, versus $11.86 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 beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 12 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $13.46 per fill, versus $15.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 12 prescriptions for Sure Comfort Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $46.74 per fill, versus $36.28 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
Desmopressin is used to control the amount of urine your kidneys make.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 11 prescriptions for Desmopressin Acetate, about half as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $234.42 per fill, versus $68.16 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 a combination of insulin glargine and lixisenatide and is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 11 prescriptions for Soliqua 100-33, about 34% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $914.42 per fill, versus $940.56 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Puerto Rico prescribers
Dr. Velez-Maymi wrote 11 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 23% as often as the typical Puerto Rico prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $8.33 per fill, versus $11.44 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. Velez-Maymi’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Velez-Maymi prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Velez-Maymi's most prescribed medications were Synthroid (1,447), Ozempic (397) and Metformin Hcl (320).
How does Dr. Velez-Maymi's prescribing compare with other Puerto Rico prescribers?
Of the 74 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Velez-Maymi prescribes 13 more often than the typical Puerto Rico prescriber, 14 about as often and 47 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Velez-Maymi 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 Puerto Rico 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.
