$48,308 in CY2024 Part D spend2K claims · 1K beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Proparacaine used for?
Proparacaine is a Local Anesthetic medication tracked in Medicare Part D.
Is there a generic for Proparacaine?
Yes. 6 ANDAs filed at FDA, 6 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Proparacaine?
Across 329 Part D plans, Proparacaine averages $1.61/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $1.61/unit. Highest in distribution: $1.61/unit.
Is Proparacaine on the FDA shortage list?
No. Proparacaine is not currently on the FDA Drug Shortage Database.
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Sources · every number above traces back.
Drug identity, dosage forms, brand names: openFDA NDC Directory · First approval, ANDA history: FDA Orange Book (6 approvals on file) · NADAC unit costs: CMS NADAC weekly file (4 NDCs benchmarked) · Formulary tier and PA placement: CMS Part D Formulary file (329 plans) · Annualized spend, claims, beneficiaries: CMS Part D Spending Dashboard (CY2024) · Shortage status: FDA Drug Shortage Database · 340B exposure: HRSA OPAIS. Methodology and reproducibility notes on /methodology.