Rocaltrol
NDC Package 0179-0063-70

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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.

Rocaltrol is calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D. Marketed by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, this product is identified by NDC 0179-0063 and is authorized under FDA application NDA018044.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0179-0063-70
Package Description
30 CAPSULE, GELATIN COATED in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE
Product Code
0179-0063
11-Digit Billing Format
00179006370

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Rocaltrol
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D. Most people get enough vitamin D from exposure to the sun and from fortified food products (e.g., dairy products, vitamins). Vitamin D helps control parathyroid hormone and the levels of certain minerals (e.g., calcium, phosphorus) that are needed for building and keeping strong bones. Before regular vitamin D can be used by the body, it needs to be changed to the active form by the liver and kidneys. Calcitriol is used in patients with kidney disease who can't make enough of the active form of Vitamin D. This medication is also used to prevent and treat certain types of calcium/phosphorus/parathyroid problems that can happen with long-term kidney dialysis or hypoparathyroidism. Calcitriol is usually used along with specific diet recommendations and sometimes other medications.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Kaiser Foundation Hospitals
FDA Application #
NDA018044
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
06-04-2010
End Marketing Date
03-31-2016
Listing Expiration
03-31-2016
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 0179-0063-70 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 capsule, gelatin coated in 1 box, unit-dose of Rocaltrol, labeled by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals. 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 Kaiser Foundation Hospitals on June 04, 2010. The current certification is valid through March 31, 2016.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Calcitriol is a man-made active form of vitamin D. Most people get enough vitamin D from exposure to the sun and from fortified food products (e.g., dairy products, vitamins). Vitamin D helps control parathyroid hormone and the levels of certain minerals (e.g., calcium, phosphorus) that are needed for building and keeping strong bones. Before regular vitamin D can be used by the body, it needs to be changed to the active form by the liver and kidneys. Calcitriol is used in patients with kidney disease who can't make enough of the active form of Vitamin D. This medication is also used to prevent and treat certain types of calcium/phosphorus/parathyroid problems that can happen with long-term kidney dialysis or hypoparathyroidism. Calcitriol is usually used along with specific diet recommendations and sometimes other medications.

How is this Kaiser Foundation Hospitals product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00179006370. 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)
0179-0063-70
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00179-0063-70

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