DR. ELIZABETH SHOKOUI HICKS D.O.
Prescription History 1982959235
Family Medicine in Cadillac, MI
What does Dr. Hicks prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Hicks wrote 4,886 Medicare prescriptions for 105 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 280 prescriptions for 81 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. Hicks prescribes.
Medications 105 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 Michigan 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 280 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (194). Medicare paid $15.25 per fill, versus $13.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 223 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (154). Medicare paid $12.90 per fill, versus $12.66 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 201 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $8.49 per fill, versus $8.52 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 175 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $15.84 per fill, versus $12.96 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 164 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $10.85 per fill, versus $10.03 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 145 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (105). Medicare paid $18.01 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 135 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $8.78 per fill, versus $7.48 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 132 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $6.93 per fill, versus $5.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 128 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $12.47 per fill, versus $14.86 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 chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 106 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (111). Medicare paid $19.29 per fill, versus $17.89 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 95 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $19.86 per fill, versus $18.43 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 78 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $2.94 per fill, versus $5.19 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 78 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $10.73 per fill, versus $11.70 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 73 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $983.90 per fill, versus $945.56 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 72 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 81% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $17.57 per fill, versus $14.20 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 70 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1,147.64 per fill, versus $1,304.48 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 69 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $3.01 per fill, versus $6.85 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 68 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $12.77 per fill, versus $15.48 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 67 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $5.07 per fill, versus $6.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 65 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $9.54 per fill, versus $10.57 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 64 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $10.01 per fill, versus $8.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 64 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.70 per fill, versus $4.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 63 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $716.56 per fill, versus $882.53 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 60 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.23 per fill, versus $10.87 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 57 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 88% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $22.56 per fill, versus $16.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 55 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $26.53 per fill, versus $23.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 54 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $10.42 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 52 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $14.79 per fill, versus $11.55 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 52 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 71% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $6.77 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 51 prescriptions for Jardiance, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,261.36 per fill, versus $1,053.23 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 50 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1,516.33 per fill, versus $1,238.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 48 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $6.33 per fill, versus $8.69 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 48 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $16.63 per fill, versus $20.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 47 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.01 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 47 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $18.54 per fill, versus $17.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 47 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 82% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $7.12 per fill, versus $16.38 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 46 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $7.75 per fill, versus $5.07 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 44 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 82% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $13.80 per fill, versus $14.87 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 42 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 88% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $14.46 per fill, versus $12.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 42 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $5.24 per fill, versus $6.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 42 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.59 per fill, versus $12.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 40 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $3.60 per fill, versus $5.80 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 39 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $17.08 per fill, versus $12.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 38 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.04 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 37 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $28.05 per fill, versus $35.99 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 37 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $23.13 per fill, versus $16.85 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 37 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 73% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $11.45 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 37 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 76% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $1,049.15 per fill, versus $1,328.10 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 36 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $29.72 per fill, versus $35.32 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 34 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 78% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $159.97 per fill, versus $143.26 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 33 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $11.10 per fill, versus $8.48 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 32 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $10.04 per fill, versus $16.24 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 32 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 88% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $6.44 per fill, versus $9.35 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 29 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $23.55 per fill, versus $17.04 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 29 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $14.13 per fill, versus $20.69 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 29 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (76). Medicare paid $8.27 per fill, versus $10.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 28 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.01 per fill, versus $4.91 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
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 27 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 72% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $19.35 per fill, versus $20.99 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 depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 27 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 64% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.50 per fill, versus $19.56 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 27 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.34 per fill, versus $17.56 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 26 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $3.74 per fill, versus $2.77 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, anxiety).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 26 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $26.17 per fill, versus $27.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 25 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $13.32 per fill, versus $14.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 25 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 62% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $7.30 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 25 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $17.62 per fill, versus $19.34 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 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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 25 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 74% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.22 per fill, versus $14.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 25 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 71% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $9.76 per fill, versus $5.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 23 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 65% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $38.36 per fill, versus $26.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 22 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $34.16 per fill, versus $26.37 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 a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 22 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 90% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $2.42 per fill, versus $4.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 21 prescriptions for Cefdinir, about 84% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.03 per fill, versus $12.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 21 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $17.11 per fill, versus $11.27 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 21 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $4.33 per fill, versus $11.35 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 20 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $2.80 per fill, versus $5.99 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
Clindamycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 18 prescriptions for Clindamycin Hcl, about 81% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $8.61 per fill, versus $5.91 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 18 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $7.74 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 combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 18 prescriptions for Paxlovid, about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $0.00 per fill, versus $166.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 17 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $774.34 per fill, versus $681.06 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 16 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 37% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $4.88 per fill, versus $7.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 16 prescriptions for Estradiol, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $74.11 per fill, versus $67.66 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 16 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about 80% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $32.53 per fill, versus $36.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 16 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $3.93 per fill, versus $12.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 16 prescriptions for Toujeo Max Solostar, about 66% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $993.17 per fill, versus $1,219.06 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 16 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 68% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.38 per fill, versus $42.53 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 15 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about 63% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $31.65 per fill, versus $21.95 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 and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 15 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about 60% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $40.44 per fill, versus $56.66 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
Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 15 prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 70% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $18.75 per fill, versus $33.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 15 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $31.86 per fill, versus $27.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 14 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $40.16 per fill, versus $26.86 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 13 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $10.43 per fill, versus $8.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 13 prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $59.61 per fill, versus $56.92 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
This medication is used to treat certain bladder/urinary tract symptoms.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Fewer than five Michigan prescribers wrote this medication, so there is no state comparison.
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 13 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about 33% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.68 per fill, versus $11.20 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 pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 13 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $17.65 per fill, versus $22.38 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 12 prescriptions for Breztri Aerosphere, about 37% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $606.19 per fill, versus $778.37 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 help prevent migraine.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 12 prescriptions for Emgality Pen, about 35% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $691.08 per fill, versus $794.12 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 12 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $13.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 12 prescriptions for Methylphenidate Er, about 70% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $81.38 per fill, versus $77.70 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 12 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $1,460.46 per fill, versus $1,006.88 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
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 11 prescriptions for Diazepam, about 39% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $5.41 per fill, versus $5.19 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 11 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 34% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $29.52 per fill, versus $18.67 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 11 prescriptions for Methimazole, about 29% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.63 per fill, versus $14.24 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 medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 11 prescriptions for Methylphenidate Hcl Er (Cd), about as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (12). Medicare paid $112.88 per fill, versus $83.77 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
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 11 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $14.09 per fill, versus $22.16 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
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 Michigan prescribers
Dr. Hicks wrote 11 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 30% as often as the typical Michigan prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $8.53 per fill, versus $19.47 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. Hicks’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Hicks prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Hicks's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (280), Levothyroxine Sodium (223) and Lisinopril (201).
How does Dr. Hicks's prescribing compare with other Michigan prescribers?
Of the 104 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Hicks prescribes 21 more often than the typical Michigan prescriber, 34 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Hicks 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 Michigan 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.
