Cefazolin Injection, Powder, For Solution
NDC Package 0781-3450-95

11-digit billing NDC: 00781345095 · Billing unit: EA · 10 EA per package
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Cefazolin injection is cefazolin for injection is indicated in the treatment of the following infections due to susceptible organisms:Respiratory Tract Infections: Due to S. This formulation utilizes a injection, powder, for solution delivery system. Marketed by Sandoz Inc, this product is identified by NDC 0781-3450 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA062831.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0781-3450-95
Package Description
10 VIAL in 1 CARTON / 1 INJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION in 1 VIAL (0781-3450-70)
Product Code
0781-3450
11-Digit Billing Format
00781345095
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
10 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Cefazolin
Non-Proprietary Name
Cefazolin
Substance Name
Cefazolin Sodium
Dosage Form
Injection, Powder, For Solution - A sterile preparation intended for reconstitution to form a solution for parenteral use.
Administration Route
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Parenteral - Administration by injection, infusion, or implantation.
Active Ingredient(s)
CEFAZOLIN SODIUM 500 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Cefazolin for injection is indicated in the treatment of the following infections due to susceptible organisms:Respiratory Tract Infections: Due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, S. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and group A beta-hemolytic streptococci.Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.Cefazolin for injection is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of cefazolin for injection in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.Urinary Tract Infections: Due to E. coli, P. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of enterobacter and enterococci.Skin and Skin Structure Infections: Due to S. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), group A beta-hemolytic streptococci, and other strains of streptococci.Biliary Tract Infections: Due to E. coli, various strains of streptococci, P. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and S. aureus.Bone and Joint Infections: Due to S. aureus.Genital Infections: (i.e., prostatitis, epididymitis) due to E. coli, P. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of enterococci.Septicemia: Due to S. pneumoniae, S. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), P. mirabilis, E. coli, and Klebsiella species.Endocarditis: Due to S. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant) and group A beta-hemolytic streptococci.Perioperative Prophylaxis: The prophylactic administration of cefazolin for injection preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively may reduce the incidence of certain postoperative infections in patients undergoing surgical procedures which are classified as contaminated or potentially contaminated (e.g., vaginal hysterectomy, and cholecystectomy in high-risk patients such as those older than 70 years, with acute cholecystitis, obstructive jaundice, or common duct bile stones).The perioperative use of cefazolin for injection may also be effective in surgical patients in whom infection at the operative site would present a serious risk (e.g., during open-heart surgery and prosthetic arthroplasty).The prophylactic administration of cefazolin for injection should usually be discontinued within a 24-hour period after the surgical procedure. In surgery where the occurrence of infection may be particularly devastating (e.g., open-heart surgery and prosthetic arthroplasty), the prophylactic administration of cefazolin for injection may be continued for 3 to 5 days following the completion of surgery.If there are signs of infection, specimens for cultures should be obtained for the identification of the causative organism so that appropriate therapy may be instituted. (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION).To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of cefazolin for injection and other antibacterial drugs, cefazolin for injection should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Sandoz Inc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA062831
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-09-1988
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Billing & HCPCS Mapping

To facilitate insurance claims and reimbursement, this drug package is mapped to specific HCPCS administrative codes. This crosswalk aligns clinical data with the billing standards used in ASP (Average Sales Price), AWP, and OPPS payment systems. Use the cards below to identify the correct billable units for provider claims.

J0690
Source: ASP
Cefazolin sodium injection
HCPCS Dosage 500 MG
Units / Pkg 10

Note for Medical Coders: These mappings are synthesized from various CMS datasets including OPPS, PrEP, and DAC (Data Analysis and Coding) contractors. Always confirm unit conversions against the current quarter's pricing files before final submission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0781-3450-95 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 vial in 1 carton / 1 injection, powder, for solution in 1 vial (0781-3450-70) of Cefazolin, a human prescription drug labeled by Sandoz Inc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 10 billable units per package. This injection, powder, for solution is formulated for intramuscular; intravenous; parenteral use and contains cefazolin 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 Sandoz Inc on December 09, 1988. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Sandoz Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00781345095. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 10 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)
0781-3450-95
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00781-3450-95

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