DR. ROY E KUHL MD
Prescription History 1992882021
Family Medicine in Alcoa, TN
What does Dr. Kuhl prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Kuhl wrote 9,447 Medicare prescriptions for 126 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 592 prescriptions for 168 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. Kuhl prescribes.
Medications 126 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Tennessee prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 592 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (182). Medicare paid $8.86 per fill, versus $10.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 584 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 3.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (149). Medicare paid $4.63 per fill, versus $5.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 491 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 4.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (115). Medicare paid $9.30 per fill, versus $10.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 407 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (172). Medicare paid $9.39 per fill, versus $8.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 321 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 3.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (96). Medicare paid $13.42 per fill, versus $13.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 293 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $10.73 per fill, versus $12.52 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 278 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (116). Medicare paid $9.83 per fill, versus $13.46 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 250 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $5.02 per fill, versus $5.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 238 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (129). Medicare paid $11.18 per fill, versus $12.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 230 prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 2.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (81). Medicare paid $15.10 per fill, versus $17.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 185 prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $23.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 184 prescriptions for Eliquis, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $852.77 per fill, versus $804.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 183 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (97). Medicare paid $11.07 per fill, versus $12.17 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 167 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (75). Medicare paid $28.27 per fill, versus $27.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 163 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (85). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $5.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 163 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (90). Medicare paid $10.75 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 138 prescriptions for Furosemide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $3.72 per fill, versus $4.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 118 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $7.28 per fill, versus $10.36 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 117 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $6.48 per fill, versus $8.75 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 115 prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 2.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $9.51 per fill, versus $8.83 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
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 109 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $4.46 per fill, versus $3.96 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 106 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 1.9 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $5.78 per fill, versus $9.74 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
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 101 prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.8 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $9.95 per fill, versus $14.04 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 97 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (88). Medicare paid $5.66 per fill, versus $6.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 97 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $5.09 per fill, versus $7.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 95 prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 2.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $21.29 per fill, versus $27.32 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 91 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $884.95 per fill, versus $861.90 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 91 prescriptions for Valsartan, about 2.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $21.42 per fill, versus $34.23 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
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 90 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $7.88 per fill, versus $10.22 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 90 prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about 2.1 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $11.25 per fill, versus $9.20 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 89 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $8.64 per fill, versus $10.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 89 prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $1,372.42 per fill, versus $1,222.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 85 prescriptions for Atenolol, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $4.19 per fill, versus $7.29 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 84 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 2.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $25.35 per fill, versus $20.04 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
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 84 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $7.05 per fill, versus $4.53 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 83 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (77). Medicare paid $6.67 per fill, versus $7.68 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
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 78 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $7.24 per fill, versus $7.69 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 78 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $35.32 per fill, versus $14.80 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 77 prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $14.71 per fill, versus $25.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 76 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $8.95 per fill, versus $12.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 67 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.50 per fill, versus $11.83 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 64 prescriptions for Ozempic, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $1,469.79 per fill, versus $1,248.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat anxiety.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 59 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $9.03 per fill, versus $15.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 58 prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.7 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $25.36 per fill, versus $27.25 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 used to treat certain bladder problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 58 prescriptions for Myrbetriq, about 1.4 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $688.63 per fill, versus $626.32 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 alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 56 prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $21.20 per fill, versus $14.18 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 54 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 1.6 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $14.62 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 combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 52 prescriptions for Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $9.57 per fill, versus $19.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 51 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $11.19 per fill, versus $17.00 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 50 prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $4.12 per fill, versus $6.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 50 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $4.57 per fill, versus $5.50 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 49 prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $8.11 per fill, versus $9.12 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
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 49 prescriptions for Irbesartan, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $19.39 per fill, versus $26.55 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
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 49 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 1.3 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $228.74 per fill, versus $130.06 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
Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 49 prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $742.28 per fill, versus $822.41 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
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 45 prescriptions for Xarelto, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $1,268.19 per fill, versus $864.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 44 prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about 79% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $33.30 per fill, versus $18.48 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
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 44 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 62% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (72). Medicare paid $7.53 per fill, versus $8.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 43 prescriptions for Warfarin Sodium, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $6.20 per fill, versus $8.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 41 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $5.95 per fill, versus $7.41 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 41 prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $18.86 per fill, versus $18.31 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 medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 40 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $8.59 per fill, versus $9.58 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 39 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.61 per fill, versus $11.43 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 39 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $4.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 38 prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $13.64 per fill, versus $13.34 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 36 prescriptions for Jardiance, about 68% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1,041.07 per fill, versus $973.79 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 36 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $8.20 per fill, versus $9.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pramipexole is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 35 prescriptions for Pramipexole Dihydrochloride, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $9.52 per fill, versus $13.80 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
Insulin degludec is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 34 prescriptions for Tresiba Flextouch U-100, about 1.2 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $713.62 per fill, versus $657.51 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 31 prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 83% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.36 per fill, versus $7.46 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
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 30 prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 87% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $28.22 per fill, versus $41.72 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
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 30 prescriptions for Januvia, about 89% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $791.54 per fill, versus $827.26 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 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 30 prescriptions for Wixela Inhub, about 1.5 times as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $105.38 per fill, versus $142.89 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 anxiety.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 29 prescriptions for Lorazepam, about 61% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $3.25 per fill, versus $6.09 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
Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 29 prescriptions for Lovastatin, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $14.29 per fill, versus $8.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 29 prescriptions for Torsemide, about 79% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $15.79 per fill, versus $18.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 28 prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $479.22 per fill, versus $524.05 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 alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 28 prescriptions for Clonidine Hcl, about 90% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.74 per fill, versus $5.78 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
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 26 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about 83% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $6.63 per fill, versus $7.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 26 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $9.50 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
Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 25 prescriptions for Finasteride, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $11.81 per fill, versus $12.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 24 prescriptions for Amitriptyline Hcl, about 79% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $5.58 per fill, versus $15.11 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 24 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (55). Medicare paid $4.49 per fill, versus $6.81 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 24 prescriptions for Synthroid, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $63.59 per fill, versus $65.48 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
This medication is used to treat depression.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 23 prescriptions for Bupropion Hcl Sr, about 88% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $30.53 per fill, versus $20.13 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
Insulin aspart is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 23 prescriptions for Novolog Flexpen, about 79% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $296.51 per fill, versus $246.47 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
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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 23 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 38% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (60). Medicare paid $10.84 per fill, versus $15.36 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 22 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 72% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (31). Medicare paid $12.03 per fill, versus $10.81 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Liothyronine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 22 prescriptions for Liothyronine Sodium, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $29.29 per fill, versus $35.33 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
Enalapril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 21 prescriptions for Enalapril Maleate, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $15.12 per fill, versus $17.33 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 21 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 32% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (66). Medicare paid $6.39 per fill, versus $13.93 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower cholesterol in people with high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 20 prescriptions for Colesevelam Hcl, about as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $154.31 per fill, versus $123.48 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
This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 19 prescriptions for Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 75% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $61.75 per fill, versus $27.95 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
Bisoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 18 prescriptions for Bisoprolol Fumarate, about 64% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $18.98 per fill, versus $26.66 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
Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 18 prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 27% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (67). Medicare paid $29.89 per fill, versus $10.56 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 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 18 prescriptions for Fluticasone-Salmeterol, about 74% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $223.47 per fill, versus $169.64 statewide.
Volume reflects 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 18 prescriptions for Humalog Kwikpen U-100, about 68% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $184.55 per fill, versus $255.85 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
Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 18 prescriptions for Nystatin, about 76% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $13.96 per fill, versus $16.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 18 prescriptions for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, about 67% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $2.58 per fill, versus $5.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to control seizures.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 17 prescriptions for Primidone, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $29.30 per fill, versus $22.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 16 prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.79 per fill, versus $21.00 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 16 prescriptions for Lantus, about 67% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $139.40 per fill, versus $128.39 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
Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 16 prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $20.16 per fill, versus $25.55 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 15 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $29.14 per fill, versus $30.46 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 medication contains digestive enzymes to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 15 prescriptions for Creon, about 70% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $128.94 per fill, versus $2,495.62 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 alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 15 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (34). Medicare paid $7.50 per fill, versus $14.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Colestipol is used along with a proper diet to lower cholesterol in the blood.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 14 prescriptions for Colestipol Hcl, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $57.99 per fill, versus $75.78 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
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 14 prescriptions for Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride, about 39% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $18.44 per fill, versus $11.81 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 drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 14 prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $60.89 per fill, versus $44.56 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 13 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $4.89 per fill, versus $8.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 13 prescriptions for Dropsafe Prep Pads, about 66% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (20). Medicare paid $4.26 per fill, versus $3.08 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
Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 13 prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about 36% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $6.56 per fill, versus $32.37 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
Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 13 prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $17.16 per fill, versus $35.88 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 13 prescriptions for Mometasone Furoate, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $55.99 per fill, versus $40.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 13 prescriptions for Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $75.22 per fill, versus $96.24 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
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 12 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about 37% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $7.68 per fill, versus $8.25 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 12 prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about 13% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (94). Medicare paid $8.74 per fill, versus $24.67 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
This medication is a hormone.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 12 prescriptions for Premarin, about 62% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $192.94 per fill, versus $356.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ursodiol is used to dissolve certain types of gallstones, to prevent gallstones from forming in obese patients who are losing weight rapidly, and to treat a certain type of liver disease (primary biliary cholangitis).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 12 prescriptions for Ursodiol, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $124.68 per fill, versus $161.78 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
Alfuzosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 11 prescriptions for Alfuzosin Hcl Er, about 23% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $20.38 per fill, versus $20.32 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 Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 11 prescriptions for Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $54.99 per fill, versus $69.26 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
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 11 prescriptions for Levofloxacin, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $3.94 per fill, versus $5.58 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 relieve chest pain (angina) in people that have a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 11 prescriptions for Nitroglycerin, about 31% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $13.21 per fill, versus $12.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ramipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 11 prescriptions for Ramipril, about half as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $9.94 per fill, versus $10.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 11 prescriptions for Telmisartan, about 35% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $1.70 per fill, versus $29.17 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
Liraglutide is used either alone or with other medications, and with a proper diet and exercise program, to control high blood sugar.
Compared with Tennessee prescribers
Dr. Kuhl wrote 11 prescriptions for Victoza 3-Pak, about 79% as often as the typical Tennessee prescriber of it (14). Medicare paid $915.31 per fill, versus $1,019.91 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. Kuhl’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Kuhl prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Kuhl's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (592), Amlodipine Besylate (584) and Losartan Potassium (491).
How does Dr. Kuhl's prescribing compare with other Tennessee prescribers?
Of the 126 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Kuhl prescribes 47 more often than the typical Tennessee prescriber, 34 about as often and 45 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Kuhl prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Tennessee prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
