MS. MEGAN H NELSON PA-C
Prescription History 1982966966
Physician Assistant in Kingston, TN
What does Megan Nelson prescribe?
In 2024, Megan Nelson wrote 2,796 Medicare prescriptions for 78 medications. The most prescribed was Gabapentin, with 170 prescriptions for 45 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 Megan Nelson prescribes.
Medications 78 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 Tennessee prescribers.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 170 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $11.61 per fill, versus $12.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 136 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $6.45 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
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 108 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $13.66 per fill, versus $19.65 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 106 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $42.64 per fill, versus $27.69 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 99 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 80% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $5.79 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 96 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (172). Medicare paid $7.58 per fill, versus $8.49 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 90 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $6.14 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 85 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 74% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $5.62 per fill, versus $10.09 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 68 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (149). Medicare paid $2.73 per fill, versus $5.21 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 64 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $3.80 per fill, versus $12.17 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 58 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $9.47 per fill, versus $12.52 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 53 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $10.43 per fill, versus $8.70 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 52 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $6.54 per fill, versus $13.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 45 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 84% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $8.62 per fill, versus $4.53 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 44 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $25.64 per fill, versus $22.17 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 44 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $3.56 per fill, versus $6.35 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 43 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $10.92 per fill, versus $13.09 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 41 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.90 per fill, versus $7.41 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 41 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $4.33 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 40 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $7.32 per fill, versus $13.34 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 40 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $11.94 per fill, versus $8.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 39 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $8.64 per fill, versus $12.06 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 39 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $13.63 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 38 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $5.05 per fill, versus $7.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 37 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $4.95 per fill, versus $5.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 34 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $11.53 per fill, versus $10.81 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 34 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $5.45 per fill, versus $4.10 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 33 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $4.86 per fill, versus $10.22 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 32 prescriptions for Famotidine, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.90 per fill, versus $13.93 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 32 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 68% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.74 per fill, versus $12.55 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 32 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 42% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $2.50 per fill, versus $3.96 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 31 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 32% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $1,167.88 per fill, versus $804.23 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 31 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $13.39 per fill, versus $9.20 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 31 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 32% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $3.08 per fill, versus $4.66 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 31 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $9.29 per fill, versus $8.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 30 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 85% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $11.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 30 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $1,025.36 per fill, versus $861.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 27 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $16.14 per fill, versus $23.18 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 27 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 28% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $7.91 per fill, versus $13.51 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 27 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $4.09 per fill, versus $5.50 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
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 26 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $7.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 26 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.15 per fill, versus $14.26 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 24 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.22 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 23 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 71% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $5.41 per fill, versus $8.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 23 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 36% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,190.45 per fill, versus $1,248.49 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 22 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $21.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 22 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about 78% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $11.07 per fill, versus $9.05 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 22 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $1,482.29 per fill, versus $1,232.15 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 21 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $17.72 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 21 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.46 per fill, versus $14.04 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 21 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 61% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $3.18 per fill, versus $9.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 20 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $9.76 per fill, versus $24.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 20 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 33% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $5.62 per fill, versus $10.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 20 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $4.68 per fill, versus $5.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 19 prescriptions for Baclofen, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $25.29 per fill, versus $14.02 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 19 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $19.22 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 a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 19 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 23% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $18.93 per fill, versus $17.21 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 18 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 39% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $3.68 per fill, versus $7.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 18 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 30% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $6.11 per fill, versus $15.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 17 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 37% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $6.47 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 17 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 72% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $15.61 per fill, versus $16.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 17 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $1.20 per fill, versus $14.18 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 15 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $8.13 per fill, versus $9.20 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 14 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 27% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $5.86 per fill, versus $25.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 14 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 27% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,153.24 per fill, versus $1,222.08 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 14 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.38 per fill, versus $7.99 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 14 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.70 per fill, versus $16.98 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 13 prescriptions for Linzess, about 39% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $824.62 per fill, versus $788.47 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
Naloxone is used for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 13 prescriptions for Naloxone Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $85.64 per fill, versus $62.42 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
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 13 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 37% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $12.17 per fill, versus $12.55 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 13 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 29% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $858.69 per fill, versus $864.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 12 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $12.08 per fill, versus $15.11 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 12 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 23% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $9.95 per fill, versus $12.71 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $10.66 per fill, versus $17.02 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
Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 12% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (89). Medicare paid $1.84 per fill, versus $4.38 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about 35% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1.11 per fill, versus $8.09 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
Sildenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Sildenafil Citrate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $3.34 per fill, versus $79.32 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 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 Tennessee prescribers
Megan Nelson wrote 11 prescriptions for Stiolto Respimat, about 32% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $566.48 per fill, versus $614.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Megan Nelson’s prescriptions
What does Megan Nelson prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Megan Nelson's most prescribed medications were Gabapentin (170), Atorvastatin Calcium (136) and Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (108).
How does Megan Nelson's prescribing compare with other Tennessee prescribers?
Of the 78 medications with a state comparison, Megan Nelson prescribes 4 more often than the typical Tennessee prescriber, 13 about as often and 61 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Megan Nelson 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 Tennessee 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.
