MRS. SARAH OMAR MODAWI HAMAD M.D.
Prescription History 1992298103
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in Thief River Falls, MN
What does Dr. Hamad prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Hamad wrote 8,493 Medicare prescriptions for 137 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 441 prescriptions for 139 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. Hamad prescribes.
Medications 137 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 441 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (177). Medicare paid $12.48 per fill, versus $13.32 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 431 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (135). Medicare paid $10.68 per fill, versus $13.23 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 361 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (107). Medicare paid $14.75 per fill, versus $17.32 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 275 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (95). Medicare paid $10.60 per fill, versus $14.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 273 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $13.25 per fill, versus $14.15 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 266 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $7.36 per fill, versus $9.39 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 241 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (112). Medicare paid $12.15 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 232 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $3.71 per fill, versus $6.10 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 227 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $6.89 per fill, versus $8.62 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 211 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $8.76 per fill, versus $11.14 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 199 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $12.45 per fill, versus $17.84 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
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 173 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $7.30 per fill, versus $8.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 161 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $3.62 per fill, versus $5.05 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 152 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $12.02 per fill, versus $15.09 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 140 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $22.64 per fill, versus $25.72 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 139 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $5.62 per fill, versus $12.12 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 126 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 3.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.24 per fill, versus $14.01 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
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 126 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 3.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $9.25 per fill, versus $13.43 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 113 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $1,019.57 per fill, versus $925.49 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
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Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 113 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 2.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $5.11 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 depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 108 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $7.06 per fill, versus $11.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 100 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $1,487.42 per fill, versus $1,265.25 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
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 93 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $15.96 per fill, versus $17.09 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 92 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $12.53 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 90 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $12.72 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 84 prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $4.34 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 83 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $16.85 per fill, versus $31.89 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 79 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $6.69 per fill, versus $11.84 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 77 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $163.00 per fill, versus $124.57 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 75 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $17.33 per fill, versus $20.12 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
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 72 prescriptions for Isosorbide Mononitrate Er, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $16.52 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 72 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $7.58 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 72 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $16.72 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 71 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $9.35 per fill, versus $13.75 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 certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 70 prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $11.83 per fill, versus $21.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 69 prescriptions for Jantoven, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $10.82 per fill, versus $7.58 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 combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 68 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $12.14 per fill, versus $22.56 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 67 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $20.08 per fill, versus $25.39 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 to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 67 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $10.22 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 65 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $14.90 per fill, versus $16.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 65 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.81 per fill, versus $18.96 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 63 prescriptions for Klor-Con M20, about 2.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $16.50 per fill, versus $20.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 62 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.88 per fill, versus $11.00 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 62 prescriptions for Finasteride, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $14.20 per fill, versus $14.48 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
Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms/pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 58 prescriptions for Methocarbamol, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $7.56 per fill, versus $10.49 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 55 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $8.88 per fill, versus $14.82 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 help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 55 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $5.93 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 49 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $10.76 per fill, versus $15.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 48 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $40.06 per fill, versus $37.48 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
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 48 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $14.16 per fill, versus $23.53 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
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 48 prescriptions for Klor-Con M10, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $10.24 per fill, versus $16.17 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 48 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $672.19 per fill, versus $993.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 46 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $8.96 per fill, versus $17.01 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 46 prescriptions for Ventolin Hfa, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $62.82 per fill, versus $68.71 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
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 43 prescriptions for Jardiance, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,029.57 per fill, versus $1,040.12 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 42 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $11.26 per fill, versus $6.46 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
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 40 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $11.66 per fill, versus $15.30 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 depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 39 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.76 per fill, versus $9.53 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 38 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 90% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $1,079.19 per fill, versus $840.92 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 37 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $4.14 per fill, versus $5.97 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
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 37 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $6.79 per fill, versus $10.28 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and/or to prevent new clots from forming in your body.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 36 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 65% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $18.87 per fill, versus $11.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 33 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $14.74 per fill, versus $15.46 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
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 33 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $151.05 per fill, versus $176.58 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 used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 33 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $10.94 per fill, versus $14.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 32 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 79% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.63 per fill, versus $9.69 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
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 32 prescriptions for Baclofen, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $10.39 per fill, versus $26.76 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 32 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $7.52 per fill, versus $6.66 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
This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 31 prescriptions for Celecoxib, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $26.44 per fill, versus $27.78 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 31 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $8.68 per fill, versus $8.36 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 used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 31 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 87% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $361.46 per fill, versus $619.69 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
Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 30 prescriptions for Fenofibrate, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $11.65 per fill, versus $26.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 29 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $57.95 per fill, versus $14.19 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 28 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $433.62 per fill, versus $401.79 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 28 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $11.70 per fill, versus $15.81 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 25 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $16.44 per fill, versus $20.90 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 24 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $12.03 per fill, versus $9.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 24 prescriptions for Nystatin, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $25.95 per fill, versus $21.74 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 24 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $6.95 per fill, versus $5.06 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 muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 24 prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $12.56 per fill, versus $12.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 23 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $21.45 per fill, versus $25.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin lispro is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 23 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $158.17 per fill, versus $235.44 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
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 23 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 86% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $16.74 per fill, versus $16.89 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 used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 23 prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 65% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $104.60 per fill, versus $27.49 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 21 prescriptions for Insulin Aspart Flexpen, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $153.88 per fill, versus $161.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 21 prescriptions for Metoclopramide Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $7.09 per fill, versus $10.50 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
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 21 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 88% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $11.07 per fill, versus $17.32 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 a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 20 prescriptions for Ciprofloxacin Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $5.54 per fill, versus $6.19 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
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 20 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $20.25 per fill, versus $22.50 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 wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 20 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about 83% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $9.52 per fill, versus $12.90 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 20 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $9.76 per fill, versus $14.97 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
Torsemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 20 prescriptions for Torsemide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $6.75 per fill, versus $21.58 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 used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 20 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 66% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.98 per fill, versus $10.01 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 19 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $3.88 per fill, versus $8.26 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
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 19 prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 41% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $47.90 per fill, versus $36.59 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 anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 19 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $3.71 per fill, versus $7.04 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 19 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $8.50 per fill, versus $9.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 19 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 73% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $8.69 per fill, versus $10.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 19 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 30% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.81 per fill, versus $20.82 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
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 18 prescriptions for Calcitriol, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $41.24 per fill, versus $18.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 18 prescriptions for Carbamazepine Er, about 67% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $23.84 per fill, versus $104.13 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 18 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $16.22 per fill, versus $44.25 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
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 18 prescriptions for Estradiol, about 62% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $142.98 per fill, versus $61.96 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
Fluconazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 17 prescriptions for Fluconazole, about as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $11.85 per fill, versus $13.89 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
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 17 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $19.29 per fill, versus $11.92 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 17 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 71% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $151.87 per fill, versus $221.30 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 a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, shaking (tremors), and other conditions.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 17 prescriptions for Propranolol Hcl, about 69% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $17.23 per fill, versus $19.82 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 17 prescriptions for Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $15.82 per fill, versus $12.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 17 prescriptions for Trulicity, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $1,262.75 per fill, versus $1,291.90 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 types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as recurrent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 16 prescriptions for Amiodarone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $39.02 per fill, versus $23.74 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 16 prescriptions for Diclofenac Sodium, about 61% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $21.51 per fill, versus $26.12 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
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 16 prescriptions for Midodrine Hcl, about 77% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $181.42 per fill, versus $58.44 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
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 16 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 63% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $21.42 per fill, versus $27.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 15 prescriptions for Divalproex Sodium, about 39% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $194.07 per fill, versus $44.60 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
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 15 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about 73% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $35.95 per fill, versus $25.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 15 prescriptions for Tolterodine Tartrate Er, about 74% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $88.04 per fill, versus $75.26 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 15 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about 71% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $837.94 per fill, versus $637.02 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
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 14 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $22.33 per fill, versus $26.36 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
Isosorbide dinitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 14 prescriptions for Isosorbide Dinitrate, about 82% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (17). Medicare paid $18.23 per fill, versus $66.06 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 13 prescriptions for Acetaminophen-Codeine, about 64% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $12.54 per fill, versus $16.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 13 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $10.18 per fill, versus $16.27 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
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 13 prescriptions for Farxiga, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $1,124.86 per fill, versus $917.82 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $5.34 per fill, versus $10.50 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
Latanoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 13 prescriptions for Latanoprost, about 10% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (128). Medicare paid $26.04 per fill, versus $16.45 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
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 Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 13 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $12.48 per fill, versus $14.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 12 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about 35% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.35 per fill, versus $3.21 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
Bumetanide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 12 prescriptions for Bumetanide, about 42% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $42.43 per fill, versus $44.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used along with regular tooth brushing/flossing to treat gingivitis, a gum disease that causes red, swollen, and easily bleeding gums.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 12 prescriptions for Chlorhexidine Gluconate, about 27% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $10.41 per fill, versus $6.18 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
Dalfampridine is used to improve walking in people with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 12 prescriptions for Dalfampridine Er, about 37% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $381.27 per fill, versus $394.38 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
Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 12 prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $9.80 per fill, versus $17.26 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 treat depression.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 11 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $16.57 per fill, versus $26.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease or Parkinson-like symptoms (such as shakiness, stiffness, difficulty moving).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 11 prescriptions for Carbidopa-Levodopa, about 18% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $15.84 per fill, versus $44.01 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 prevent or treat gout attacks (flares).
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 11 prescriptions for Colchicine, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (18). Medicare paid $14.26 per fill, versus $48.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 11 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $5.17 per fill, versus $6.77 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 11 prescriptions for Methotrexate, about 12% as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (91). Medicare paid $18.08 per fill, versus $30.65 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 11 prescriptions for Nyamyc, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $26.23 per fill, versus $30.14 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the intestines.
Compared with Minnesota prescribers
Dr. Hamad wrote 11 prescriptions for Sucralfate, about half as often as the typical Minnesota prescriber of it (22). Medicare paid $25.91 per fill, versus $52.95 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. Hamad’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Hamad prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Hamad's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (441), Levothyroxine Sodium (431) and Metoprolol Succinate (361).
How does Dr. Hamad's prescribing compare with other Minnesota prescribers?
Of the 137 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Hamad prescribes 58 more often than the typical Minnesota prescriber, 30 about as often and 49 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Hamad 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 Minnesota 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.
