DR. RICHARD LAWRENCE ANTONIO M.D.
Prescription History 1982998977
Family Medicine in Marietta, GA
What does Dr. Antonio prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Antonio wrote 2,521 Medicare prescriptions for 77 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 205 prescriptions for 82 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. Antonio prescribes.
Medications 77 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Georgia 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 205 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (193). Medicare paid $7.39 per fill, versus $8.21 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 117 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (92). Medicare paid $8.51 per fill, versus $10.39 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 104 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (176). Medicare paid $4.17 per fill, versus $5.08 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 100 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (102). Medicare paid $4.24 per fill, versus $6.65 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 91 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $21.36 per fill, versus $32.48 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 81 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 70% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $5.98 per fill, versus $5.81 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 81 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 67% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (122). Medicare paid $4.94 per fill, versus $8.23 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 80 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (164). Medicare paid $9.74 per fill, versus $9.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 70 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 64% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (109). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $11.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 61 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.36 per fill, versus $6.12 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 55 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 76% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $19.67 per fill, versus $28.55 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 55 prescriptions for Jardiance, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $1,247.74 per fill, versus $997.23 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 53 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $10.63 per fill, versus $13.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 41 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $4.30 per fill, versus $3.92 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 41 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 30% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (137). Medicare paid $9.21 per fill, versus $10.89 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 39 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (87). Medicare paid $10.50 per fill, versus $15.39 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 38 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 41% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $3.23 per fill, versus $4.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 37 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $7.34 per fill, versus $7.23 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 37 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $6.55 per fill, versus $11.47 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 34 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 31% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (108). Medicare paid $8.50 per fill, versus $10.93 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 used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 34 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 42% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $6.01 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 33 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $4.14 per fill, versus $8.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 32 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 81% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $3.54 per fill, versus $4.80 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 32 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $22.91 per fill, versus $19.48 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 32 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 61% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $968.00 per fill, versus $929.83 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 30 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $3.61 per fill, versus $6.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 30 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 73% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $20.25 per fill, versus $30.56 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 29 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $13.63 per fill, versus $8.81 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 28 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 41% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $2,155.32 per fill, versus $1,269.31 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 28 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $0.97 per fill, versus $3.75 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 depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 27 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $30.81 per fill, versus $14.85 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 27 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $4.33 per fill, versus $7.88 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 25 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 80% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $15.95 per fill, versus $13.25 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 25 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 35% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $4.93 per fill, versus $11.68 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 24 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $13.73 per fill, versus $9.84 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 22 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 65% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.33 per fill, versus $7.73 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 22 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $23.10 per fill, versus $23.38 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 medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 21 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 78% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.78 per fill, versus $17.38 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 medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 20 prescriptions for Aripiprazole, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $140.66 per fill, versus $49.41 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 20 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $2.94 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 20 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $5.93 per fill, versus $7.37 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 20 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 28% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $2.86 per fill, versus $6.30 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 19 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 42% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $2.58 per fill, versus $7.21 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 19 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.99 per fill, versus $12.27 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 19 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $5.87 per fill, versus $7.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 19 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 81% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $17.60 per fill, versus $16.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 18 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 22% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $22.81 per fill, versus $10.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 18 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $5.83 per fill, versus $8.89 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
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 18 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 31% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $1,300.89 per fill, versus $1,243.22 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 17 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 23% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $24.80 per fill, versus $9.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 17 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 26% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $11.29 per fill, versus $9.44 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 17 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 39% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $27.76 per fill, versus $11.45 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 17 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 25% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $4.85 per fill, versus $7.25 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 16 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.09 per fill, versus $7.67 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 16 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about 63% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $1.40 per fill, versus $5.15 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 16 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 22% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $4.71 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 15 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 36% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $24.93 per fill, versus $26.59 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 15 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $6.79 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 15 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about 31% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $3.21 per fill, versus $6.15 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 15 prescriptions for Promethazine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.08 per fill, versus $9.04 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 15 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 21% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $14.54 per fill, versus $13.94 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 14 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 39% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $4.52 per fill, versus $5.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 14 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 24% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (59). Medicare paid $23.65 per fill, versus $12.13 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 14 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 26% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $24.79 per fill, versus $10.69 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 14 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 23% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $5.27 per fill, versus $8.93 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 31% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $30.79 per fill, versus $22.23 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
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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 13 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 21% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $14.83 per fill, versus $13.08 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 13 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $101.55 per fill, versus $126.38 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 13 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about 41% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.52 per fill, versus $8.19 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $9.58 per fill, versus $17.14 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
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 12 prescriptions for Trulicity, about 33% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $2,066.54 per fill, versus $1,292.32 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 treat depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 11 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 34% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $19.97 per fill, versus $13.55 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 depression.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 25% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $28.23 per fill, versus $20.97 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 11 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 23% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $10.32 per fill, versus $22.33 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 11 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 17% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $2.73 per fill, versus $3.58 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
Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 11 prescriptions for Topiramate, about 30% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $11.00 per fill, versus $10.05 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Georgia prescribers
Dr. Antonio wrote 11 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 29% as often as the typical Georgia prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $16.82 per fill, versus $19.38 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. Antonio’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Antonio prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Antonio's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (205), Pantoprazole Sodium (117) and Amlodipine Besylate (104).
How does Dr. Antonio's prescribing compare with other Georgia prescribers?
Of the 77 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Antonio prescribes 3 more often than the typical Georgia prescriber, 9 about as often and 65 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Antonio 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 Georgia 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.
