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Risk scores are statistical indicators based on prescribing patterns compared to specialty peers. They are NOT allegations of fraud, misconduct, or improper care. Many legitimate medical reasons can explain outlier prescribing.

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David MclainM.D.

Rheumatology · Birmingham, AL 35242

NPI: 1689614737

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🟠 Elevated

Risk Flags

High opioid rate vs specialty peersElevated cost per beneficiaryHigh antipsychotic prescribing (65+)High fills per patient

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22,828

Total Claims

$6.3M

Drug Cost

1,117

Beneficiaries

$5,676

Cost/Patient

Risk Score Breakdown 30/100

Low (0)Moderate (15)Elevated (30)High (50+)
Opioid rate vs specialty peers+10
Elderly antipsychotic prescribing+10
Cost per patient outlier+3
High fills per patient+3

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Peer Comparison vs. 5,101 Rheumatology providers

+350%

Opioid rate vs peers

18.3% vs 4.1% avg

-6%

Cost per patient vs peers

$5,676 vs $6,039 avg

-2%

Brand preference vs peers

7.4% vs 7.6% avg

Opioid Prescribing

18.3%

Opioid Rate

4,174

Opioid Claims

$154K

Opioid Cost

2.6%

Long-Acting Rate

Brand vs Generic

93% generic

Brand: 1,696 claims · $5.6M

Generic: 21,121 claims · $698K

Patient Profile

69

Avg Age

80%

Female

1.49

Avg Risk Score

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Data from CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023. Risk scores are statistical indicators, not allegations.Methodology · About