Insulin Diluting Medium For Novolog Injection, Solution
NDC Package 0169-2001-90

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

Package Information

Insulin Diluting Medium For Novolog (water injection) injection is nOVOLOG is a rapid acting human insulin analog indicated to improve glycemic control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus. This formulation utilizes a injection, solution delivery system. Marketed by Novo Nordisk, this product is identified by NDC 0169-2001 and is authorized under FDA application BLA020986.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0169-2001-90
Package Description
1 VIAL, GLASS in 1 CARTON / 10 mL in 1 VIAL, GLASS
Product Code
0169-2001
11-Digit Billing Format
00169200190
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Insulin Diluting Medium For Novolog
Non-Proprietary Name
Water Injection
Substance Name
Water
Dosage Form
Injection, Solution - A liquid preparation containing one or more drug substances dissolved in a suitable solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents that is suitable for injection.
Administration Route
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Subcutaneous - Administration beneath the skin; hypodermic. Synonymous with the term SUBDERMAL.
Active Ingredient(s)
WATER 1 mL/mL
Usage Information
NOVOLOG is a rapid acting human insulin analog indicated to improve glycemic control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Novo Nordisk
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
BLA020986
Marketing Category
BLA - A product marketed under an approved Biologic License Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-27-2001
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0169-2001-90 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 vial, glass in 1 carton / 10 ml in 1 vial, glass of Insulin Diluting Medium For Novolog, a human prescription drug labeled by Novo Nordisk. This injection, solution is formulated for intravenous; subcutaneous use and contains water as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Novo Nordisk on August 27, 2001. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Novo Nordisk product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00169200190. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
0169-2001-90
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00169-2001-90

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