Heparin Sodium Injection, Solution
NDC Package 0409-2721-01

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

Package Information

Heparin Sodium injection is a medication used to prevent and treat blood clots. This formulation utilizes a injection, solution delivery system. Marketed by Hospira, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 0409-2721 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA090571.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0409-2721-01
Package Description
25 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 TRAY / 1 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE (0409-2721-30)
Product Code
0409-2721
11-Digit Billing Format
00409272101
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1361226 - heparin sodium, porcine 1000 UNT/ML Injectable Solution
  • RxCUI: 1361615 - heparin sodium, porcine 5000 UNT/ML Injectable Solution
  • RxCUI: 1658637 - heparin sodium, porcine 10,000 UNT in 1 ML Injection
  • RxCUI: 1658637 - 1 ML heparin sodium, porcine 10000 UNT/ML Injection
  • RxCUI: 1658637 - heparin sodium, porcine 10,000 UNT per 1 ML Injection

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Heparin Sodium
Non-Proprietary Name
Heparin Sodium
Substance Name
Heparin Sodium
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)
HEPARIN SODIUM 10000 [USP'U]/mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
This medication is used to prevent and treat blood clots. It may be used to prevent and treat blood clots in the lungs/legs (including in patients with atrial fibrillation). It may be used to treat certain blood clotting disorders. It may also be used to prevent blood clots after surgery, during dialysis, during blood transfusions, when collecting blood samples, or when a person is unable to move for a long time. Heparin helps to keep blood flowing smoothly by making a certain natural substance in your body (anti-clotting protein) work better. It is known as an anticoagulant.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Hospira, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA090571
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-31-2009
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0409-2721-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 25 vial, single-dose in 1 tray / 1 ml in 1 vial, single-dose (0409-2721-30) of Heparin Sodium, a human prescription drug labeled by Hospira, Inc.. This injection, solution is formulated for intravenous; subcutaneous use and contains heparin sodium 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 Hospira, Inc. on August 31, 2009. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to prevent and treat blood clots. It may be used to prevent and treat blood clots in the lungs/legs (including in patients with atrial fibrillation). It may be used to treat certain blood clotting disorders. It may also be used to prevent blood clots after surgery, during dialysis, during blood transfusions, when collecting blood samples, or when a person is unable to move for a long time. Heparin helps to keep blood flowing smoothly by making a certain natural substance in your body (anti-clotting protein) work better. It is known as an anticoagulant.

How is this Hospira, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00409272101. 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)
0409-2721-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00409-2721-01

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