Voltaren
NDC Package 0078-0478-61

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Voltaren is see also Warning section. Marketed by Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation, this product is identified by NDC 0078-0478 and is authorized under FDA application NDA020037.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0078-0478-61
Package Description
5 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER
Product Code
0078-0478
11-Digit Billing Format
00078047861
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
5 ML

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Voltaren
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation
FDA Application #
NDA020037
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-28-1991
End Marketing Date
12-31-2024
Listing Expiration
12-31-2024
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0078-0478-61 identifies a specific commercial package of 5 ml in 1 bottle, dropper of Voltaren, labeled by Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 5 billable units per package. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation on March 28, 1991. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2024.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

See also Warning section. This medication is used to relieve joint pain from arthritis. Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

How is this Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00078047861. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 5 total billable units per package. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.

11-Digit Code Conversion

Billing payers usually require a 5-4-2 segment configuration. Below is the conversion from the 10-digit package format to the 11-digit billing format:

10-Digit Format (4-4-2)
0078-0478-61
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00078-0478-61

Note: The zero is added to the Labeler segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.