SANKU S RAO MD
Prescription History 1992864086
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Enid, OK


Quality Rating: 22.11 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since December 06, 2006

Contact Information

330 S 5TH ST
SUITE 301
ENID, OK
ZIP 73701
Phone: (580) 234-0285
Fax: (580) 234-0590

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for SANKU S RAO MD, an active Gastroenterology specialist practicing in Enid, OK. Our medical registry currently tracks 13 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 842 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Peg 3350-Electrolyte, which accounts for 173 claims alone.


Colestipol Hcl

Generic Formulation: Colestipol HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 72
30-Day Fills 96.0
Days Supply 2,876
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.1
Peer Average Days Supply1,114
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 188.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $6,395.72 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$88.83

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$92.30

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

Clinical Summary

Highly crosslinked and insoluble basic anion exchange resin used as anticholesteremic. It may also may reduce triglyceride levels.

Therapeutic Applications

Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood. Lowering cholesterol helps decrease the risk for strokes and heart attacks. In addition to a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. This medication is known as a bile acid-binding resin. It works by removing bile acid from the body. In people with high cholesterol, this causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol in the blood. This helps to lower the cholesterol levels.

Dicyclomine Hcl

Generic Formulation: Dicyclomine HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 64
30-Day Fills 92.7
Days Supply 2,730
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims25.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.7
Peer Average Days Supply866
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 156.0% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,242.32 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$22.50

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

Famotidine

Generic Formulation: FamotidineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 161
30-Day Fills 245.0
Days Supply 7,348
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims52.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills52.0
Peer Average Days Supply351
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 209.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,036.98 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.65

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$7.38

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

Clinical Summary

A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion.

Therapeutic Applications

Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Mesalamine Dr

Generic Formulation: MesalamineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 660
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims13.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.6
Peer Average Days Supply491
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,606.50 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$100.41

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$398.71

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

Clinical Summary

An anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the SALICYLATES, which is active in INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. It is considered to be the active moiety of SULPHASALAZINE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed)

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). It helps to reduce symptoms of ulcerative colitis such as diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and stomach pain. Mesalamine belongs to a class of drugs known as aminosalicylates. It works by decreasing swelling in the colon.

Metoclopramide Hcl

Generic Formulation: Metoclopramide HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 29.0
Days Supply 845
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims23.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.2
Peer Average Days Supply834
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $122.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$5.82

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.31

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

Clinical Summary

A dopamine D2 antagonist that is used as an antiemetic.

Therapeutic Applications

Metoclopramide is used by diabetic patients who have poor emptying of their stomachs (gastroparesis). Treating gastroparesis can decrease symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and stomach/abdominal fullness. Metoclopramide works by blocking a natural substance (dopamine). It speeds up stomach emptying and movement of the upper intestines. This drug is not recommended for use in children due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as muscle spasms/uncontrolled muscle movements). Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Omeprazole

Generic Formulation: OmeprazoleSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 150
30-Day Fills 207.5
Days Supply 6,193
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims107.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills225.8
Peer Average Days Supply6,703
Elevated Utilization

This provider maintains an active emphasis on this therapeutic option, recording 40.2% more claims than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,822.20 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$12.15

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.61

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

Clinical Summary

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

Therapeutic Applications

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

Ondansetron Hcl

Generic Formulation: Ondansetron HclSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 16
30-Day Fills 16.0
Days Supply 112
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills24.4
Peer Average Days Supply299
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 33.3% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $165.73 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.36

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.80

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. It works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.

Pantoprazole Sodium

Generic Formulation: Pantoprazole SodiumSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 54.0
Days Supply 1,620
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims86.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills168.9
Peer Average Days Supply4,956
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 62.8% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $444.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.95

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

Clinical Summary

2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.

Therapeutic Applications

Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

Peg 3350-Electrolyte

Generic Formulation: Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/PegSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 173
30-Day Fills 173.0
Days Supply 245
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims29.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.1
Peer Average Days Supply61
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 496.6% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $4,689.78 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$27.11

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$21.85

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

Therapeutic Applications

PEG (polyethylene glycol) with electrolyte is used to clean out the intestines before certain bowel exam procedures such as colonoscopy or barium enema X-rays. It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This effect results in watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf

Generic Formulation: Sodium, Potassium,mag SulfatesSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 19
30-Day Fills 19.0
Days Supply 20
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims19.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills19.3
Peer Average Days Supply23
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,496.97 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$78.79

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$80.39

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

Therapeutic Applications

Sodium/potassium/magnesium sulfate solution is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Sucralfate

Generic Formulation: SucralfateSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 89
30-Day Fills 107.0
Days Supply 2,975
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills39.7
Peer Average Days Supply1,061
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 196.7% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $3,227.13 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$36.26

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$55.85

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

Clinical Summary

A basic aluminum complex of sulfated sucrose.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat ulcers in the intestines. Sucralfate forms a coating over ulcers, protecting the area from further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly.

Sulfasalazine

Generic Formulation: SulfasalazineSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 35.5
Days Supply 1,065
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims43.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills66.8
Peer Average Days Supply1,939
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 58.1% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $358.21 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.90

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$26.11

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

Clinical Summary

A drug that is used in the management of inflammatory bowel diseases. Its activity is generally considered to lie in its metabolic breakdown product, 5-aminosalicylic acid (see MESALAMINE) released in the colon. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p907)

Therapeutic Applications

Sulfasalazine is used to treat a certain type of bowel disease called ulcerative colitis. This medication does not cure this condition, but it helps decrease symptoms such as fever, stomach pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. After an attack is treated, sulfasalazine is also used to increase the amount of time between attacks. This medication works by reducing irritation and swelling in the large intestines. In addition, delayed-release tablets of sulfasalazine are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Sulfasalazine helps to reduce joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with sulfasalazine helps to reduce/prevent further joint damage so you can do more of your normal daily activities. This medication is used with other drugs, rest, and physical therapy in patients who have not responded to other medications (salicylates, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs-NSAIDs).

Suprep

Generic Formulation: Sodium, Potassium,mag SulfatesSpecialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 11
30-Day Fills 11.0
Days Supply 12
OK State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims44.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.6
Peer Average Days Supply92
Highly Conservative Utilization

This provider demonstrates a highly selective approach to this formula, recording 75.0% less volume than the regional standard for practitioners inside OK. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,312.27 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$119.30

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$113.48

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

Therapeutic Applications

Sodium/potassium/magnesium sulfate solution is used to clean out the intestines before a certain bowel exam procedure (colonoscopy). It is a laxative that works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon. This causes watery bowel movements. Clearing stool from the intestines helps your doctor to better examine the intestines during your procedure.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

Key Learning Objectives for this Profile:

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

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