DR. KIRA PEOPLES COLBERT MD
Prescription History 1982996146
Internal Medicine in Alpharetta, GA

NPI Status: Active since May 06, 2011

Contact Information

3665 OLD MILTON PKWY STE 30
ALPHARETTA, GA
ZIP 30005
Phone: (678) 369-6993

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. KIRA PEOPLES COLBERT MD, an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Alpharetta, GA. Our medical registry currently tracks 18 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 457 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Atorvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 66 claims alone.


Amlodipine Besylate

Generic Formulation: Amlodipine BesylateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 52
30-Day Fills 153.0
Days Supply 4,590
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims173.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills398.5
Peer Average Days Supply11,522
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 69.9% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $217.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.19

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.17

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.

Therapeutic Applications

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

Atorvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Atorvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 66
30-Day Fills 166.0
Days Supply 4,980
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims184.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills440.9
Peer Average Days Supply12,878
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 64.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $696.37 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.55

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.01

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Carvedilol

Generic Formulation: CarvedilolSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 14
30-Day Fills 42.0
Days Supply 1,260
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims88.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills188.6
Peer Average Days Supply5,385
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $154.28 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.02

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.26

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION.

Therapeutic Applications

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers.

Fluticasone Propionate

Generic Formulation: Fluticasone PropionateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 570
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims60.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills103.5
Peer Average Days Supply3,092
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 81.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $102.16 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.29

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.45

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS.

Therapeutic Applications

Fluticasone is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. Controlling symptoms of asthma helps you maintain your normal activities and decreases time lost from work or school. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 63.0
Days Supply 1,890
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims84.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills203.8
Peer Average Days Supply6,005
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $43.76 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$4.70

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet.

Levothyroxine Sodium

Generic Formulation: Levothyroxine SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 55
30-Day Fills 165.0
Days Supply 4,950
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims158.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills351.4
Peer Average Days Supply10,067
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 65.2% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $643.31 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$14.88

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism.

Therapeutic Applications

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Losartan Potassium

Generic Formulation: Losartan PotassiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 60.0
Days Supply 1,800
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims116.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills278.1
Peer Average Days Supply8,169
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 82.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $167.14 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$8.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.48

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II.

Therapeutic Applications

Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Metformin Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metformin HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 39.0
Days Supply 1,170
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims108.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills254.6
Peer Average Days Supply7,405
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 88.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $99.48 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.42

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289)

Therapeutic Applications

Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb.

Montelukast Sodium

Generic Formulation: Montelukast SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 33.0
Days Supply 990
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims71.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills151.6
Peer Average Days Supply4,430
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 84.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $167.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.20

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.62

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways.

Olmesartan-Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Formulation: Olmesartan/HydrochlorothiazideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 20
30-Day Fills 36.0
Days Supply 1,080
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills61.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,846
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,244.43 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$62.22

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$53.31

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: olmesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Olmesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 69.0
Days Supply 2,070
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims106.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills228.8
Peer Average Days Supply6,574
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $154.60 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.18

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.87

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.

Therapeutic Applications

Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Ozempic

Generic Formulation: SemaglutideSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 12
30-Day Fills 16.7
Days Supply 492
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills67.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,957
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 72.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $14,154.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,179.50

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$1,425.50

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment.

Pravastatin Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pravastatin SodiumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 45.0
Days Supply 1,350
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills180.0
Peer Average Days Supply5,136
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 80.5% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $742.02 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$49.47

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$15.12

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES).

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Generic Formulation: Rosuvastatin CalciumSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 44
30-Day Fills 132.0
Days Supply 3,960
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims112.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills271.6
Peer Average Days Supply7,888
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 60.7% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $487.44 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.08

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.57

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details.

Sertraline Hcl

Generic Formulation: Sertraline HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 26
30-Day Fills 78.0
Days Supply 2,340
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims71.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills128.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,537
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 63.4% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $281.18 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.81

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$9.25

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

Sertraline is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Sertraline is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

Simvastatin

Generic Formulation: SimvastatinSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,620
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills194.2
Peer Average Days Supply5,736
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 76.6% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $92.66 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.67

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL.

Therapeutic Applications

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. It belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising good cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Topiramate

Generic Formulation: TopiramateSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 21.3
Days Supply 638
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims38.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills63.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,814
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 71.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $39.54 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3.59

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$16.85

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Clinical Summary

A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss.

Therapeutic Applications

Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug.

Trazodone Hcl

Generic Formulation: Trazodone HclSpecialty: Internal Medicine
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 50.0
Days Supply 1,500
GA State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims77.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills130.7
Peer Average Days Supply3,633
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 70.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside GA. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $320.05 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.92

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.35

Note on Expenses: These indicators represent gross infrastructure resource tracking paid directly to supply pharmacy networks by Medicare Part D configurations. These calculations do not track individual patient insurance tier copays or out-of-pocket shelf prices at retail checkout lanes.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat depression. It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease anxiety and insomnia related to depression. Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural chemical (serotonin) in the brain.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

This analytical profile maps public infrastructure records sourced directly from official **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** public data releases. The statistics above track documented pharmaceutical treatment trends assigned to beneficiaries specifically under federal public programs. Evaluating the prescriptive footprints of clinical practitioners like DR. KIRA PEOPLES COLBERT MD provides transparency into local medical care patterns within Alpharetta, GA.

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

  • Prescribing Frequencies: Track and evaluate the volume metrics of specific brand-name and generic medical formulas chosen by this provider over time.
  • Clinical Focus Areas: Identify how the provider distributes therapeutic selections across medical care options to gain insight into their true day-to-day **Internal Medicine** practice concentrations.
  • Program Cost Awareness: Review the calculated total systemic drug costs and raw transactional volumes linked to these orders to better anticipate network insurance coverage structures.
  • Patient-Centered Evaluation: Cross-reference localized regional care comparisons to align practitioner habits directly with your proactive health maintenance goals.

Data Scope Exclusion & Limitations: The data elements presented above explicitly reflect prescription orders processed for Medicare beneficiaries during the year 2023. This informational profile does not aggregate prescription data for individuals utilizing private commercial health plans, state Medicaid coverage, or self-pay options. However, because medical decision-making remains highly consistent across clinical settings, this public registry provides a reliable proxy for understanding the general prescribing preferences and pharmaceutical care approach used by this provider.