Atenolol
NDC Package 12634-604-99
Package Information
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Marketed by Apotheca Inc., this product is identified by NDC 12634-604 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA074056.
Identification & Billing
Clinical Specifications
Regulatory & Marketing
Hierarchy Structure
- 12634 - Apotheca Inc.
- 12634-604 - Atenolol
- 12634-604-99 - 9 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
- 12634-604 - Atenolol
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Other Available Packages
The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (12634-604). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distribution configuration for this product package?
The code 12634-604-99 identifies a specific commercial package of 9 tablet in 1 bottle of Atenolol, labeled by Apotheca Inc.. 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 Apotheca Inc. on November 16, 2004. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2020.
What are the primary indications for this medication?
Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
How is this Apotheca Inc. product billed for insurance claims?
For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 12634060499. 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:
Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.
