DR. GREGORY POLAR D.O.
Prescription History 1992948939
Dermatology in West Nyack, NY

NPI Status: Active since April 07, 2009

Contact Information

2 CENTEROCK RD
WEST NYACK, NY
ZIP 10994
Phone: (845) 703-6999
Fax: (845) 703-6297

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Prescription History for Informed Healthcare Decisions

Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. GREGORY POLAR D.O., an active Dermatology specialist practicing in West Nyack, NY. Our medical registry currently tracks 14 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 409 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Ketoconazole, which accounts for 65 claims alone.


Betamethasone Dipropionate

Generic Formulation: Betamethasone DipropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 23
30-Day Fills 23.5
Days Supply 556
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims31.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills32.9
Peer Average Days Supply840
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 25.8% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,197.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$52.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$64.45

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Clindamycin Phosphate

Generic Formulation: Clindamycin PhosphateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 21
30-Day Fills 21.0
Days Supply 590
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims32.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.6
Peer Average Days Supply975
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 34.4% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,035.51 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$49.31

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$70.01

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) in women who are not pregnant. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Clobetasol Propionate

Generic Formulation: Clobetasol PropionateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 36
30-Day Fills 37.0
Days Supply 984
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills43.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,166
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,449.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$68.03

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$87.82

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

Clinical Summary

A derivative of PREDNISOLONE with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than FLUOCINONIDE, it is used topically in treatment of PSORIASIS but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

Cosentyx Sensoready (2 Pens)

Generic Formulation: SecukinumabSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 13
30-Day Fills 13.0
Days Supply 364
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims--
Peer Average 30-Day Fills--
Peer Average Days Supply--

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6,758.61

State Avg Cost Per Claim

--

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat plaque psoriasis and certain types of arthritis (such as arthritis of the spine, psoriatic arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, enthesitis-related arthritis). Secukinumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking a certain natural protein in your body (interleukin-17A) that may cause inflammation and swelling.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Generic Formulation: Doxycycline HyclateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 477
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims28.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills30.5
Peer Average Days Supply429
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $382.69 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$17.40

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$23.85

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 synthetic tetracycline derivative with similar antimicrobial activity.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne. This medication is also used to prevent malaria. This medication is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Dupixent Pen

Generic Formulation: DupilumabSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 17
30-Day Fills 17.0
Days Supply 476
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.1
Peer Average Days Supply714
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 29.2% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $65,783.75 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,869.63

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$3,802.22

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain skin conditions (eczema, prurigo nodularis) and a certain esophagus problem (eosinophilic esophagitis). It is also used along with other medications to help control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma. In addition, dupilumab may be used to reduce symptoms caused by nasal polyps and the long-term swelling of the sinuses and nasal passage (chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis). Dupilumab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking certain natural proteins in your body (interleukin-4 and interleukin-13) that may cause inflammation and swelling. This medication should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed.

Hydrocortisone

Generic Formulation: HydrocortisoneSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 22
30-Day Fills 22.0
Days Supply 462
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims30.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills34.3
Peer Average Days Supply834
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 26.7% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $140.29 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$6.38

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$19.20

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

Clinical Summary

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. This drug is used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

Ketoconazole

Generic Formulation: KetoconazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 65
30-Day Fills 65.4
Days Supply 1,898
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims55.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills60.0
Peer Average Days Supply1,663
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $2,173.85 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$33.44

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$41.79

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

Broad spectrum antifungal agent used for long periods at high doses, especially in immunosuppressed patients.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to control dandruff. Use of this medication may help to relieve the flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff. Ketoconazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Metronidazole

Generic Formulation: MetronidazoleSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 18
30-Day Fills 18.0
Days Supply 510
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims16.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills16.0
Peer Average Days Supply46
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,597.04 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$88.72

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$18.25

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

Clinical Summary

A nitroimidazole used to treat AMEBIASIS; VAGINITIS; TRICHOMONAS INFECTIONS; GIARDIASIS; ANAEROBIC BACTERIA; and TREPONEMAL INFECTIONS.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used on the skin to treat a certain skin disorder known as rosacea, a type of adult acne. It may help to decrease redness, swelling and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic. For the treatment of rosacea, metronidazole is believed to work by decreasing swelling (inflammation). Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens (see also Notes section).

Mometasone Furoate

Generic Formulation: Mometasone FuroateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 32
30-Day Fills 32.0
Days Supply 783
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills49.6
Peer Average Days Supply1,367
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $642.30 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$20.07

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$62.29

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 pregnadienediol derivative ANTI-ALLERGIC AGENT and ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENT that is used in the management of ASTHMA and ALLERGIC RHINITIS. It is also used as a topical treatment for skin disorders.

Therapeutic Applications

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

Mupirocin

Generic Formulation: MupirocinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 35
30-Day Fills 35.0
Days Supply 687
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills40.6
Peer Average Days Supply745
Standard Average Utilization

This provider's prescribing patterns for this therapeutic formulation sit directly in line with standard baseline averages across NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $410.94 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$11.74

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$10.05

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 topically used antibiotic from a strain of Pseudomonas fluorescens. It has shown excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci. The antibiotic is used primarily for the treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing.

Therapeutic Applications

Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Opzelura

Generic Formulation: Ruxolitinib PhosphateSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 25
30-Day Fills 26.0
Days Supply 780
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims40.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills41.9
Peer Average Days Supply1,248
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 37.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $54,068.67 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,162.75

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$2,180.54

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

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat certain bone marrow disorders (myelofibrosis, polycythemia vera). It works by blocking your body from producing substances called growth factors. Growth factors cause cells to grow and divide, and cause the blood cell and spleen problems found in these disorders. Ruxolitinib belongs to a class of drugs known as kinase inhibitors. Though not a cure for these disorders, ruxolitinib may help with some of the symptoms, including abdominal discomfort, pain under left ribs, early feelings of fullness from meals, night sweats, itching, and bone/muscle pain. Ruxolitinib is also used to treat a certain problem that may occur after certain stem cell or bone marrow transplants (graft versus host disease). It works by weakening your body's defense system (immune system).

Tretinoin

Generic Formulation: TretinoinSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 15
30-Day Fills 15.0
Days Supply 450
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims24.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills26.0
Peer Average Days Supply740
Conservative Utilization

This provider writes prescriptions for this formulation 37.5% less frequently than the standard regional baseline metric for practitioners inside NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $1,708.01 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$113.87

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$101.14

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 important regulator of GENE EXPRESSION during growth and development, and in NEOPLASMS. Tretinoin, also known as retinoic acid and derived from maternal VITAMIN A, is essential for normal GROWTH; and EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT. An excess of tretinoin can be teratogenic. It is used in the treatment of PSORIASIS; ACNE VULGARIS; and several other SKIN DISEASES. It has also been approved for use in promyelocytic leukemia (LEUKEMIA, PROMYELOCYTIC, ACUTE).

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used to treat acne. It may decrease the number and severity of acne pimples and promote quick healing of pimples that do develop. Tretinoin belongs to a class of medications called retinoids. It works by affecting the growth of skin cells.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Generic Formulation: Triamcinolone AcetonideSpecialty: Dermatology
Provider Metrics Summary
Total Claims 65
30-Day Fills 81.0
Days Supply 2,211
NY State Average Benchmarks
Peer Average Claims42.0
Peer Average 30-Day Fills45.4
Peer Average Days Supply1,131
Highly Elevated Utilization

This provider exhibits a high preference for this treatment path, registering a volume 54.8% higher than the standard regional baseline profile for NY. Gross expenditures recorded under Medicare program tracking definitions for this provider calculate to an estimated aggregate of $890.42 across this reporting matrix range.

Provider Avg Cost Per Claim

$13.70

State Avg Cost Per Claim

$24.14

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 esterified form of TRIAMCINOLONE. It is an anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. Intralesional, intramuscular, and intra-articular injections are also administered under certain conditions.

Therapeutic Applications

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of triamcinolone, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural). Rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use. Triamcinolone is known as a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). It works by decreasing your body's immune response to these diseases and reduces symptoms such as swelling.

Dataset Methodology & CMS Source Information

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

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 **Dermatology** 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.