Piperacillin And Tazobactam Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution
NDC Package 0781-9213-95

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Piperacillin And Tazobactam injection is the usual total daily dosage of piperacillin and tazobactam for injection for adult patients with indications other than nosocomial pneumonia is 3.375 g every six hours [totaling 13.5 g (12 g piperacillin/1.5 g tazobactam)], to be administered by intravenous infusion over 30 minutes. This formulation utilizes a injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution delivery system. Marketed by Sandoz Inc, this product is identified by NDC 0781-9213 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065362.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0781-9213-95
Package Description
10 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON / 15 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE (0781-9213-90)
Product Code
0781-9213
11-Digit Billing Format
00781921395
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1659131 - piperacillin / tazobactam 2.25 GM Injection
  • RxCUI: 1659131 - piperacillin 2000 MG / tazobactam 250 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 1659131 - piperacillin (as piperacillin sodium) 2000 MG / tazobactam (as tazobactam sodium) 250 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 1659137 - piperacillin / tazobactam 3.375 GM Injection
  • RxCUI: 1659137 - piperacillin 3000 MG / tazobactam 375 MG Injection

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Piperacillin And Tazobactam
Non-Proprietary Name
Piperacillin And Tazobactam
Substance Name
Piperacillin Sodium; Tazobactam Sodium
Dosage Form
Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution - A dosage form intended for the solution prepared by lyophilization ("freeze drying"), a process which involves the removal of water from products in the frozen state at extremely low pressures; this is intended for subsequent addition of liquid to create a solution that conforms in all respects to the requirements for Injections.
Administration Route
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Parenteral - Administration by injection, infusion, or implantation.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
The usual total daily dosage of piperacillin and tazobactam for injection for adult patients with indications other than nosocomial pneumonia is 3.375 g every six hours [totaling 13.5 g (12 g piperacillin/1.5 g tazobactam)], to be administered by intravenous infusion over 30 minutes. The usual duration of piperacillin and tazobactam for injection treatment is from 7 to 10 days.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Sandoz Inc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA065362
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-21-2010
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
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.

J2543
Source: PDAC
INJECTION, PIPERACILLIN SODIUM/TAZOBACTAM SODIUM, 1 GRAM/0.125 GRAMS (1.125 GRAMS)
HCPCS Dosage 1.125 GM
Units / Pkg

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 0781-9213-95 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 vial, single-use in 1 carton / 15 ml in 1 vial, single-use (0781-9213-90) of Piperacillin And Tazobactam, a human prescription drug labeled by Sandoz Inc. This injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution is formulated for intravenous; parenteral use and contains piperacillin sodium; tazobactam 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 October 21, 2010. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Sandoz Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00781921395. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1 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)
0781-9213-95
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00781-9213-95

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