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JOHN HUANG M.D.
67 MASONIC AVE SUITE 3100
Wallingford | Connecticut | 06492
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At A Glance: This Prescriber in 2015
Self-Reported Primary Specialty
Rank: 15 out of 1037
Rank: 9 out of 1037
How Does This Prescriber Compare to Peers?
In the same specialty and state. Caveats »
this specialty
in Connecticut lower than average
Antipsychotics
6% of this provider’s 1,046 patients who are 65 and older filled at least one prescription for an antipsychotic drug, compared to an average of 3%.
Antibiotics
18% of this provider’s 1,224 patients filled at least one prescription for an antibiotic drug, compared to an average of 25%.
Risky Drugs for Seniors
10% of this provider’s 1,046 patients 65 and older filled at least one prescription for a potentially inappropriate drug, compared to an average of 11%.
Opioids
11% of this provider’s 1,224 patients filled at least one prescription for an opioid, compared to an average of 11%.
Brand Name Drugs
21% of this provider’s prescriptions were for brand-name drugs, compared to an average of 21%.
Prescription Price
$90 was the average price of a prescription from this provider, compared to $78 among peers.
Prescriptions per Patient
18 is the average number of prescriptions (including refills) per patient, compared to an average of 15.
How This Provider’s Patients Compare
Doctors often say their patients are sicker or more complex than those of their peers. The measure displayed below, used by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, takes into account patients’ characteristics to estimate whether they are expected to have above-average Medicare spending. It considers patients’ age, sex, diagnoses from the past year and other factors. This provider’s score below takes into account all patients.
This Provider's History
A comparison of this provider’s prescribing in Part D since 2012. All years may not be shown if there is insufficient data.
Cost of Claims
$2.63M
2012
$2.45M
2013
$2.06M
2014
$2.03M
2015
Number of Claims
32,494
2012
31,536
2013
27,050
2014
22,579
2015
This Prescriber's Drugs
The table below list this provider’s drugs, the number of prescriptions and how many went to seniors. Drugs are ranked by volume and compared with the rank for all providers in the same specialty and state. The list below includes only those drugs for which this provider wrote 50 or more prescriptions.
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An opioid drug. More » Prescription opioids (painkillers) can help alleviate certain kinds of pain in the short term but carry serious health risks.
An antibiotic drug. More » Used to treat bacterial infections but are often prescribed incorrectly to treat viral infections, such as chest colds or the flu.
An antipsychotic drug. More » Antipsychotics are frequently given to dementia patients, though it increases their risk of death.
A risky drug for seniors. More » The American Geriatrics Society has said this drug is "potentially dangerous" for seniors and might be inappropriate.
This provider is among the top 10 prescribers of this drug in the country.
This provider’s prescriptions for this drug were for more days than those of peers. More » Because of this, his or her prescription count may be lower.
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This Drug's Rank
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| Drug Name | Total Prescriptions Filled with Refills |
Prescriptions to 65+ |
Patients Receiving this Drug | Category | For this Prescriber | For this Prescriber's Peers |
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LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM
Levothyroxine, a thyroid ho... + Levothyroxine, a thyroid hormone, is used to treat hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Source: National Library of Medicine |
914
prescriptions, 4% of all prescriptions |
627
prescriptions. |
142
patients, 12% of all patients |
1 | 2 | |
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ATORVASTATIN CALCIUM
Treats high cholesterol and... + Treats high cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Source: National Library of Medicine |
795
prescriptions, 4% of all prescriptions |
676
prescriptions. |
145
patients, 12% of all patients |
2 | 1 | |
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FUROSEMIDE
Treats fluid retention (ede... + Treats fluid retention (edema) and high blood pressure (hypertension). Source: National Library of Medicine |
696
prescriptions, 3% of all prescriptions |
563
prescriptions. |
114
patients, 9% of all patients |
3 | 5 | |
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LISINOPRIL
Treats high blood pressure ... + Treats high blood pressure and heart failure. Source: National Library of Medicine |
657
prescriptions, 3% of all prescriptions |
519
prescriptions. |
134
patients, 11% of all patients |
4 | 4 | |
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AMLODIPINE BESYLATE
Amlodipine is used alone or... + Amlodipine is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). Source: National Library of Medicine |
568
prescriptions, 3% of all prescriptions |
467
prescriptions. |
127
patients, 10% of all patients |
5 | 3 | |
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SIMVASTATIN
Treats high cholesterol and... + Treats high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. Source: National Library of Medicine |
565
prescriptions, 3% of all prescriptions |
470
prescriptions. |
130
patients, 11% of all patients |
6 | 6 | |
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METOPROLOL TARTRATE
Metoprolol is used alone or... + Metoprolol is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Source: National Library of Medicine |
543
prescriptions, 2% of all prescriptions |
457
prescriptions. |
109
patients, 9% of all patients |
7 | 10 | |
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WARFARIN SODIUM
Warfarin is used to prevent... + Warfarin is used to prevent blood clots from forming or growing larger in your blood and blood vessels. Source: National Library of Medicine |
459
prescriptions, 2% of all prescriptions |
368
prescriptions. |
32
patients, 3% of all patients |
8 | 8 | |
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TRAZODONE HCL
Trazodone is used to treat ... + Trazodone is used to treat depression. Source: National Library of Medicine |
397
prescriptions, 2% of all prescriptions |
238
prescriptions. |
64
patients, 5% of all patients |
9 | 18 | |
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GABAPENTIN
Treats certain types of sei... + Treats certain types of seizures. Source: National Library of Medicine |
369
prescriptions, 2% of all prescriptions |
237
prescriptions. |
69
patients, 6% of all patients |
10 | 16 | |
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METFORMIN HCL
Metformin is used alone or ... + Metformin is used alone or with other medications, including insulin, to treat type 2 diabetes (condition in which the body does not use insulin normally and, therefore, cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Source: National Library of Medicine |
349
prescriptions, 2% of all prescriptions |
281
prescriptions. |
87
patients, 7% of all patients |
11 | 7 | |
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RISPERIDONE
Treats schizophrenia and ce... + Treats schizophrenia and certain problems caused by bipolar disorder. Source: National Library of Medicine |
327
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
211
prescriptions. |
31
patients, 3% of all patients |
P | 12 | 55 |
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MIRTAZAPINE
Treats depression. + Treats depression. Source: National Library of Medicine |
280
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
239
prescriptions. |
46
patients, 4% of all patients |
13 | 29 | |
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METOPROLOL SUCCINATE
Metoprolol is used alone or... + Metoprolol is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Source: National Library of Medicine |
268
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
212
prescriptions. |
56
patients, 5% of all patients |
14 | 11 | |
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DIVALPROEX SODIUM
Treats seizures (epilepsy).... + Treats seizures (epilepsy). Source: National Library of Medicine |
268
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
115
prescriptions. |
26
patients, 2% of all patients |
14 | 61 | |
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TAMSULOSIN HCL
Tamsulosin is used in men t... + Tamsulosin is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) which include difficulty urinating (hesitation, dribbling, weak stream, and incomplete bladder emptying), painful urination, and urinary frequency and urgency. Source: National Library of Medicine |
261
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
221
prescriptions. |
58
patients, 5% of all patients |
16 | 21 | |
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OLANZAPINE
Treats psychotic mental dis... + Treats psychotic mental disorders, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness). Source: National Library of Medicine |
246
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
135
prescriptions. |
22
patients, 2% of all patients |
P | 17 | 77 |
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CLOZAPINE
Treats schizophrenia. Also ... + Treats schizophrenia. Source: National Library of Medicine |
241
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
71
prescriptions. |
<11 | P | 18 | 114 |
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BENZTROPINE MESYLATE
Treats symptoms of Parkinso... + Treats symptoms of Parkinson's disease or side effects of other drugs. Source: National Library of Medicine |
237
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
100
prescriptions. |
24
patients, 2% of all patients |
R | 19 | 130 |
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OMEPRAZOLE
Treats heartburn, stomach u... + Treats heartburn, stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and conditions that cause your stomach to make too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, endocrine tumors, and systemic mastocytosis. Source: National Library of Medicine |
236
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
185
prescriptions. |
70
patients, 6% of all patients |
20 | 9 | |
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ESCITALOPRAM OXALATE
Escitalopram is used to tre... + Escitalopram is used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder (excessive worry and tension that disrupts daily life and lasts for 6 months or longer). Source: National Library of Medicine |
228
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
178
prescriptions. |
32
patients, 3% of all patients |
21 | 14 | |
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ALLOPURINOL
Treats gout and some kinds ... + Treats gout and some kinds of kidney stones. Source: National Library of Medicine |
227
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
213
prescriptions. |
50
patients, 4% of all patients |
22 | 26 | |
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CLOPIDOGREL
Helps prevent stroke, heart... + Helps prevent stroke, heart attack, and other heart problems. Source: National Library of Medicine |
225
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
207
prescriptions. |
40
patients, 3% of all patients |
23 | 30 | |
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ALPRAZOLAM
Treats anxiety, panic disor... + Treats anxiety, panic disorder, insomnia (trouble sleeping), and anxiety caused by depression. Source: National Library of Medicine |
218
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
178
prescriptions. |
59
patients, 5% of all patients |
24 | 19 | |
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SERTRALINE HCL
Sertraline is used to treat... + Sertraline is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (bothersome thoughts that won't go away and the need to perform certain actions over and over), panic attacks (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks), posttraumatic stress disorder (disturbing psychological symptoms that develop after a frightening experience), and social anxiety disorder (extreme fear of interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life). Source: National Library of Medicine |
210
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
173
prescriptions. |
27
patients, 2% of all patients |
25 | 23 | |
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CRESTOR
Lowers high levels of chole... + Lowers high levels of cholesterol and triglycerides (fats) in your blood. Source: National Library of Medicine |
202
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
158
prescriptions. |
34
patients, 3% of all patients |
26 | 22 | |
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DONEPEZIL HCL
Donepezil is used to treat ... + Donepezil is used to treat dementia (a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, think clearly, communicate, and perform daily activities and may cause changes in mood and personality) associated with Alzheimer's disease (AD; a brain disease that slowly destroys the memory and the ability to think, learn, communicate and handle daily activities). Source: National Library of Medicine |
201
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
179
prescriptions. |
44
patients, 4% of all patients |
27 | 25 | |
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LOVASTATIN
Lowers high cholesterol and... + Lowers high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. Source: National Library of Medicine |
188
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
153
prescriptions. |
34
patients, 3% of all patients |
28 | 56 | |
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LORAZEPAM
Treats anxiety, anxiety wit... + Treats anxiety, anxiety with depression, and insomnia (trouble sleeping). Source: National Library of Medicine |
177
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
114
prescriptions. |
46
patients, 4% of all patients |
29 | 24 | |
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PANTOPRAZOLE SODIUM
Pantoprazole is used to tre... + Pantoprazole is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and possible injury of the esophagus (the tube between the throat and stomach). Source: National Library of Medicine |
172
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
156
prescriptions. |
44
patients, 4% of all patients |
30 | 20 | |
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LOSARTAN POTASSIUM
Losartan is used alone or i... + Losartan is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Source: National Library of Medicine |
168
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
155
prescriptions. |
45
patients, 4% of all patients |
31 | 13 | |
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LISINOPRIL-HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
Treats high blood pressure.... + Treats high blood pressure. Source: National Library of Medicine |
168
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
163
prescriptions. |
53
patients, 4% of all patients |
31 | 42 | |
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QUETIAPINE FUMARATE
Quetiapine is used to treat... + Quetiapine is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). Source: National Library of Medicine |
167
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
91
prescriptions. |
19
patients, 2% of all patients |
P | 33 | 45 |
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ATENOLOL
Treats high blood pressure ... + Treats high blood pressure and angina (chest pain). Source: National Library of Medicine |
163
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
136
prescriptions. |
36
patients, 3% of all patients |
34 | 17 | |
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HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
Used alone or together with... + Used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention (edema). Source: National Library of Medicine |
155
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
150
prescriptions. |
52
patients, 4% of all patients |
35 | 12 | |
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PREDNISONE
Treats inflammation (swelli... + Treats inflammation (swelling), severe allergies, complications of chronic illnesses, and other medical problems. Source: National Library of Medicine |
140
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
114
prescriptions. |
56
patients, 5% of all patients |
36 | 32 | |
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NAMENDA XR
Used to treat the symptoms ... + Used to treat the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Source: National Library of Medicine |
137
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
114
prescriptions. |
13
patients, 1% of all patients |
37 | 44 | |
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ALENDRONATE SODIUM
Alendronate is used to trea... + Alendronate is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (a condition in which the bones become thin and weak and break easily) in women who have undergone menopause (''change of life,'' end of menstrual periods) and to treat osteoporosis in men. Source: National Library of Medicine |
134
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
134
prescriptions. |
29
patients, 2% of all patients |
38 | 40 | |
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PRAVASTATIN SODIUM
Pravastatin is used with di... + Pravastatin is used with diet, weight-loss, and exercise to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke and to decrease the chance that heart surgery will be needed in people who have heart disease or who are at risk of developing heart disease. Source: National Library of Medicine |
131
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
114
prescriptions. |
34
patients, 3% of all patients |
39 | 15 | |
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LEVETIRACETAM
Used to help control certai... + Used to help control certain types of seizures caused by epilepsy. Source: National Library of Medicine |
125
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
51
prescriptions. |
16
patients, 1% of all patients |
40 | 68 | |
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NEXIUM
Treats heartburn, gastroeso... + Treats heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and conditions that cause your stomach to make too much acid. Source: National Library of Medicine |
120
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
82
prescriptions. |
24
patients, 2% of all patients |
41 | 49 | |
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CITALOPRAM HBR
Citalopram is used to treat... + Citalopram is used to treat depression. Source: National Library of Medicine |
117
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
92
prescriptions. |
24
patients, 2% of all patients |
42 | 35 | |
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OXYCODONE-ACETAMINOPHEN
Used to relieve moderate to... + Used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Source: National Library of Medicine |
115
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
97
prescriptions. |
34
patients, 3% of all patients |
O | 43 | 51 |
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ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE
Zolpidem is used to treat i... + Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep). Source: National Library of Medicine |
114
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
88
prescriptions. |
38
patients, 3% of all patients |
R | 44 | 27 |
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OXYBUTYNIN CHLORIDE ER
Oxybutynin is used to contr... + Oxybutynin is used to control urgent, frequent, or uncontrolled urination in people who have overactive bladder (a condition in which the bladder muscles have uncontrollable spasms), spina bifida (a disability that occurs when the spinal cord does not close properly before birth), or other conditions that affect the bladder muscles. Source: National Library of Medicine |
114
prescriptions, 1% of all prescriptions |
68
prescriptions. |
17
patients, 1% of all patients |
44 | 96 | |
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TRAMADOL HCL
Tramadol is used to relieve... + Tramadol is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Source: National Library of Medicine |
105
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
100
prescriptions. |
32
patients, 3% of all patients |
O | 46 | 31 |
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SYNTHROID
Treats hypothyroidism. + Treats hypothyroidism. Source: National Library of Medicine |
105
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
90
prescriptions. |
25
patients, 2% of all patients |
46 | 37 | |
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TAMIFLU
Used in the treatment of th... + Used in the treatment of the infection caused by the flu virus (influenza A and influenza B). Source: National Library of Medicine |
102
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
63
prescriptions. |
101
patients, 8% of all patients |
48 | 105 | |
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CARVEDILOL
Treats high blood pressure ... + Treats high blood pressure and congestive heart failure (CHF). Source: National Library of Medicine |
102
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
81
prescriptions. |
27
patients, 2% of all patients |
48 | 33 | |
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ABILIFY
Treats schizophrenia, bipol... + Treats schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. Source: National Library of Medicine |
102
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
67
prescriptions. |
14
patients, 1% of all patients |
P | 48 | 116 |
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HALOPERIDOL*
Treats symptoms of mental a... + Treats symptoms of mental and emotional disorders. Source: National Library of Medicine |
101
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
60
prescriptions. |
<11 | P | 51 | 160 |
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KLOR-CON M20
Potassium is essential for ... + Potassium is essential for the proper functioning of the heart, kidneys, muscles, nerves, and digestive system. Source: National Library of Medicine |
100
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
87
prescriptions. |
19
patients, 2% of all patients |
52 | 81 | |
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METFORMIN HCL ER
Metformin is used alone or ... + Metformin is used alone or with other medications, including insulin, to treat type 2 diabetes (condition in which the body does not use insulin normally and, therefore, cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Source: National Library of Medicine |
98
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
93
prescriptions. |
25
patients, 2% of all patients |
53 | 53 | |
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HYDROCODONE-ACETAMINOPHEN
Used to relieve moderate to... + Used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Source: National Library of Medicine |
98
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
81
prescriptions. |
34
patients, 3% of all patients |
O | 53 | 48 |
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DULOXETINE HCL
Duloxetine is used to treat... + Duloxetine is used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD; excessive worry and tension that disrupts daily life and lasts for 6 months or longer). Source: National Library of Medicine |
96
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
75
prescriptions. |
20
patients, 2% of all patients |
55 | 36 | |
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FLUOXETINE HCL
Fluoxetine is used to treat... + Fluoxetine is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (bothersome thoughts that won't go away and the need to perform certain actions over and over), some eating disorders, and panic attacks (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks). Source: National Library of Medicine |
91
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
47
prescriptions. |
15
patients, 1% of all patients |
56 | 76 | |
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DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE
Doxazosin (Cardura, Cardura... + Doxazosin (Cardura, Cardura XL) is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH), which include difficulty urinating (hesitation, dribbling, weak stream, and incomplete bladder emptying), painful urination, and urinary frequency and urgency. Source: National Library of Medicine |
87
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
62
prescriptions. |
16
patients, 1% of all patients |
57 | 95 | |
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LOSARTAN-HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
This drug is used to treat ... + This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Source: National Library of Medicine |
86
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
81
prescriptions. |
19
patients, 2% of all patients |
58 | 60 | |
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MONTELUKAST SODIUM
Montelukast is used to prev... + Montelukast is used to prevent wheezing, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, and coughing caused by asthma. Source: National Library of Medicine |
85
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
73
prescriptions. |
20
patients, 2% of all patients |
59 | 34 | |
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CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE
Treats gingivitis (swelling... + Treats gingivitis (swelling of the gums) and other problems of the mouth and gums. Source: National Library of Medicine |
83
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
58
prescriptions. |
13
patients, 1% of all patients |
60 | 146 | |
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LEVEMIR FLEXTOUCH
Used to treat type 1 diabet... + Used to treat type 1 diabetes (condition in which the body does not produce insulin and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Source: National Library of Medicine |
83
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
57
prescriptions. |
19
patients, 2% of all patients |
60 | 86 | |
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POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
Potassium is needed to main... + Potassium is needed to maintain good health. Source: National Library of Medicine |
82
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
77
prescriptions. |
18
patients, 1% of all patients |
62 | 28 | |
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DIGOXIN
Treats certain heart rhythm... + Treats certain heart rhythm problems (atrial fibrillation). Source: National Library of Medicine |
80
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
75
prescriptions. |
17
patients, 1% of all patients |
R | 63 | 122 |
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LATANOPROST
Latanoprost ophthalmic is u... + Latanoprost ophthalmic is used to treat glaucoma (a condition in which increased pressure in the eye can lead to gradual loss of vision) and ocular hypertension (a condition which causes increased pressure in the eye). Source: National Library of Medicine |
79
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
51
prescriptions. |
18
patients, 1% of all patients |
64 | 106 | |
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TERAZOSIN HCL
Terazosin is used in men to... + Terazosin is used in men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH), which include difficulty urinating (hesitation, dribbling, weak stream, and incomplete bladder emptying), painful urination, and urinary frequency and urgency. Source: National Library of Medicine |
78
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
57
prescriptions. |
18
patients, 1% of all patients |
65 | 180 | |
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LACTULOSE
Treats constipation. Also t... + Treats constipation. Source: National Library of Medicine |
77
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
56
prescriptions. |
14
patients, 1% of all patients |
66 | 94 | |
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IPRATROPIUM-ALBUTEROL
The combination of albutero... + The combination of albuterol and ipratropium is used to prevent wheezing, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, and coughing in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of diseases that affect the lungs and airways) such as chronic bronchitis (swelling of the air passages that lead to the lungs) and emphysema (damage to the air sacs in the lungs). Source: National Library of Medicine |
77
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
59
prescriptions. |
25
patients, 2% of all patients |
66 | 73 | |
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BACLOFEN
Treats muscle spasms caused... + Treats muscle spasms caused by multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury or disease. Source: National Library of Medicine |
76
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
59
prescriptions. |
13
patients, 1% of all patients |
68 | 83 | |
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OXYCODONE HCL
Oxycodone is used to reliev... + Oxycodone is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Source: National Library of Medicine |
74
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
41
prescriptions. |
17
patients, 1% of all patients |
O | 69 | 50 |
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JANUVIA
Treats type 2 diabetes. Use... + Treats type 2 diabetes. Source: National Library of Medicine |
73
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
68
prescriptions. |
18
patients, 1% of all patients |
70 | 39 | |
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SPIRIVA
Prevents the symptoms of br... + Prevents the symptoms of bronchospasm caused by emphysema, chronic bronchitis, or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Source: National Library of Medicine |
73
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
23
prescriptions. |
12
patients, 1% of all patients |
70 | 58 | |
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PERPHENAZINE
Treats the symptoms of cert... + Treats the symptoms of certain mental disorders. Source: National Library of Medicine |
72
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
42
prescriptions. |
<11 | P | 72 | 200 |
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AMOXICILLIN-CLAVULANATE POTASS
Treats infections. + Treats infections. Source: National Library of Medicine |
71
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
66
prescriptions. |
48
patients, 4% of all patients |
A | 73 | 115 |
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LANSOPRAZOLE
Treats stomach ulcers, gast... + Treats stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and conditions that cause your stomach to make too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Source: National Library of Medicine |
70
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
58
prescriptions. |
11
patients, 1% of all patients |
74 | 161 | |
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LITHIUM CARBONATE
Lithium is used to treat an... + Lithium is used to treat and prevent episodes of mania (frenzied, abnormally excited mood) in people with bipolar disorder (manic-depressive disorder; a disease that causes episodes of depression, episodes of mania, and other abnormal moods). Source: National Library of Medicine |
69
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
5
prescriptions. |
<11 | 75 | 179 | |
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PAROXETINE HCL
Paroxetine tablets, suspens... + Paroxetine tablets, suspension (liquid), and extended-release (long-acting) tablets are used to treat depression, panic disorder (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks), and social anxiety disorder (extreme fear of interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life). Source: National Library of Medicine |
69
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
64
prescriptions. |
16
patients, 1% of all patients |
75 | 69 | |
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ENOXAPARIN SODIUM
Used to prevent deep venous... + Used to prevent deep venous thrombosis, a condition in which harmful blood clots form in the blood vessels of the legs. Source: National Library of Medicine |
68
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
41
prescriptions. |
<11 | 77 | 190 | |
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FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE
Treats stuffy nose caused b... + Treats stuffy nose caused by hay fever and other allergies. Source: National Library of Medicine |
68
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
45
prescriptions. |
30
patients, 2% of all patients |
77 | 38 | |
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PIOGLITAZONE HCL
Pioglitazone is used to tre... + Pioglitazone is used to treat type 2 diabetes (condition in which the body does not use insulin normally and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Source: National Library of Medicine |
68
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
63
prescriptions. |
19
patients, 2% of all patients |
77 | 78 | |
|
CIPROFLOXACIN HCL
Ciprofloxacin is used to tr... + Ciprofloxacin is used to treat or prevent certain infections caused by bacteria. Source: National Library of Medicine |
67
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
62
prescriptions. |
53
patients, 4% of all patients |
A | 80 | 75 |
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VALSARTAN-HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
Treats high blood pressure. + Treats high blood pressure. Source: National Library of Medicine |
65
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
60
prescriptions. |
17
patients, 1% of all patients |
81 | 64 | |
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RANITIDINE HCL
Ranitidine is used to treat... + Ranitidine is used to treat ulcers; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the food pipe (esophagus); and conditions where the stomach produces too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Source: National Library of Medicine |
64
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
59
prescriptions. |
14
patients, 1% of all patients |
82 | 70 | |
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CARBAMAZEPINE
Treats different types of s... + Treats different types of seizures. Source: National Library of Medicine |
63
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
58
prescriptions. |
<11 | 83 | 164 | |
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VENLAFAXINE HCL ER
Venlafaxine is used to trea... + Venlafaxine is used to treat depression. Source: National Library of Medicine |
62
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
40
prescriptions. |
<11 | 84 | 91 | |
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LANTUS
Treats diabetes mellitus. I... + Treats diabetes mellitus. Source: National Library of Medicine |
61
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
35
prescriptions. |
13
patients, 1% of all patients |
85 | 63 | |
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CYCLOBENZAPRINE HCL
Cyclobenzaprine, a muscle r... + Cyclobenzaprine, a muscle relaxant, is used with rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries. Source: National Library of Medicine |
61
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
22
prescriptions. |
12
patients, 1% of all patients |
R | 85 | 138 |
| CLOZAPINE ODT |
59
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
30
prescriptions. |
<11 | P | 87 | 290 |
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NOVOLIN N
Treats diabetes mellitus. + Treats diabetes mellitus. Source: National Library of Medicine |
59
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
54
prescriptions. |
<11 | 87 | 375 | |
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VALSARTAN
Valsartan is used alone or ... + Valsartan is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Source: National Library of Medicine |
59
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
48
prescriptions. |
15
patients, 1% of all patients |
87 | 43 | |
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CLONAZEPAM
Treats seizures, panic diso... + Treats seizures, panic disorder, and anxiety. Source: National Library of Medicine |
57
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
39
prescriptions. |
12
patients, 1% of all patients |
90 | 54 | |
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RISPERDAL CONSTA
Treats schizophrenia and ce... + Treats schizophrenia and certain problems caused by bipolar disorder. Source: National Library of Medicine |
57
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
42
prescriptions. |
<11 | P | 90 | 382 |
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BUPROPION XL
Bupropion (Aplenzin, Wellbu... + Bupropion (Aplenzin, Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL) is used to treat depression. Source: National Library of Medicine |
55
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
28
prescriptions. |
12
patients, 1% of all patients |
92 | 110 | |
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MELOXICAM
Treats symptoms of osteoart... + Treats symptoms of osteoarthritis (OA). Source: National Library of Medicine |
55
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
55
prescriptions. |
19
patients, 2% of all patients |
92 | 57 | |
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VERAPAMIL ER
Verapamil is used to treat ... + Verapamil is used to treat high blood pressure and to control angina (chest pain). Source: National Library of Medicine |
55
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
55
prescriptions. |
12
patients, 1% of all patients |
92 | 181 | |
|
LEVEMIR
Helps control blood sugar l... + Helps control blood sugar levels. Source: National Library of Medicine |
54
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
5
prescriptions. |
<11 | 95 | 144 | |
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LAMOTRIGINE
Treats certain types of sei... + Treats certain types of seizures and mood disorders. Source: National Library of Medicine |
54
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
26
prescriptions. |
<11 | 95 | 141 | |
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TIZANIDINE HCL
Tizanidine is used to relie... + Tizanidine is used to relieve the spasms and increased muscle tone caused by multiple sclerosis (MS, a disease in which the nerves do not function properly and patients may experience weakness, numbness, loss of muscle coordination and problems with vision, speech, and bladder control), stroke, or brain or spinal injury. Source: National Library of Medicine |
53
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
48
prescriptions. |
13
patients, 1% of all patients |
97 | 177 | |
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INVOKANA
Used along with diet and ex... + Used along with diet and exercise, and sometimes with other medications, to lower blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes (condition in which blood sugar is too high because the body does not produce or use insulin normally). Source: National Library of Medicine |
53
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
5
prescriptions. |
<11 | 97 | 165 | |
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NAMENDA
Treats dementia (memory los... + Treats dementia (memory loss and mental changes) that is a sign of Alzheimer's disease. Source: National Library of Medicine |
53
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
53
prescriptions. |
14
patients, 1% of all patients |
97 | 84 | |
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SYMBICORT
This is a combination of bu... + This is a combination of budesonide and formoterol used to help control the symptoms of asthma and improve lung function. Source: National Library of Medicine |
52
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
47
prescriptions. |
12
patients, 1% of all patients |
100 | 102 | |
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DEXILANT
Treats erosive esophagitis,... + Treats erosive esophagitis, heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and other conditions caused by too much stomach acid. Source: National Library of Medicine |
50
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
45
prescriptions. |
12
patients, 1% of all patients |
101 | 101 | |
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DIAZEPAM
Treats anxiety, muscle spas... + Treats anxiety, muscle spasms, seizures, and other medical conditions. Source: National Library of Medicine |
50
prescriptions, 0% of all prescriptions |
39
prescriptions. |
18
patients, 1% of all patients |
101 | 88 | |
About This Data
Prescribing data from Medicare’s prescription drug benefit, known as Part D, was compiled and released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the federal agency that oversees the program. The data for 2015 includes more than 1.4 billion prescriptions written by nearly 1.4 million doctors, nurses and other providers. This database lists about 447,000 of those providers who wrote 50 or more prescriptions for at least one drug that year. More than three-fourths of these prescriptions went to patients 65 and older; the rest were for disabled patients. Methodology »
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Caveats
- No comparisons are shown if there are fewer than 20 prescribers in the state share this specialty.
- Comparisons do not take into account the medical conditions of patients. Medications for certain conditions do not have generic alternatives, so patients would receive more expensive brand name drugs.
- This provider's address and specialty information was last updated on July 31, 2013.
- Comparisons are based on each provider’s current address, not necessarily where he or she worked during the time period covered in this database.
- In rare circumstances, providers' prescription tallies may be inflated. Sometimes providers are credited with prescriptions written by colleagues (this happens in long-term care facilities) or are victims of fraud involving theft of their provider number.