Tamoxifen Citrate
NDC Package 0179-1952-60

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

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

Tamoxifen Citrate is tamoxifen is used to treat breast cancer. Marketed by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, this product is identified by NDC 0179-1952 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA075797.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0179-1952-60
Package Description
60 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
0179-1952
11-Digit Billing Format
00179195260

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Tamoxifen Citrate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Tamoxifen is used to treat breast cancer. It is also used to reduce the chances of breast cancer in high-risk patients. This medication can block the growth of breast cancer. It works by interfering with the effects of estrogen in the breast tissue.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Kaiser Foundation Hospitals
FDA Application #
ANDA075797
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-24-2008
End Marketing Date
02-28-2018
Listing Expiration
02-28-2018
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (0179-1952). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

0179-1952-01
100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
0179-1952-30
30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
0179-1952-50
50 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
0179-1952-90
90 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0179-1952-60 identifies a specific commercial package of 60 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Tamoxifen Citrate, 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 March 24, 2008. The current certification is valid through February 28, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Tamoxifen is used to treat breast cancer. It is also used to reduce the chances of breast cancer in high-risk patients. This medication can block the growth of breast cancer. It works by interfering with the effects of estrogen in the breast tissue.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00179195260. 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)
0179-1952-60
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00179-1952-60

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