Lorazepam
NDC Package 17478-040-01
Package Information
Lorazepam is a medication used to treat anxiety. Marketed by Akorn, this product is identified by NDC 17478-040 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA075025.
Identification & Billing
- RxCUI: 1665188 - LORazepam 2 MG in 1 ML Injection
- RxCUI: 1665188 - 1 ML lorazepam 2 MG/ML Injection
- RxCUI: 1665188 - lorazepam 2 MG per 1 ML Injection
Clinical Specifications
Regulatory & Marketing
Hierarchy Structure
- 17478 - Akorn
- 17478-040 - Lorazepam
- 17478-040-01 - 10 VIAL in 1 CARTON / 1 mL in 1 VIAL
- 17478-040 - Lorazepam
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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.
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 17478-040-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 vial in 1 carton / 1 ml in 1 vial of Lorazepam, labeled by Akorn. 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 Akorn on July 01, 1980. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2023.
What are the primary indications for this medication?
This medication is used to treat anxiety. Lorazepam belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. This drug works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).
How is this Akorn product billed for insurance claims?
For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 17478004001. 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:
Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.
