Vancomycin Hydrochloride
NDC Package 17478-741-02

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

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Vancomycin Hydrochloride is a . Marketed by Akorn, this product is identified by NDC 17478-741 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065478.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
17478-741-02
Package Description
2 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 10 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
17478-741
11-Digit Billing Format
17478074102
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
2 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Vancomycin Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
-

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Akorn
FDA Application #
ANDA065478
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-09-2012
End Marketing Date
11-22-2023
Listing Expiration
11-22-2023
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 17478-741-02 identifies a specific commercial package of 2 blister pack in 1 carton / 10 capsule in 1 blister pack of Vancomycin Hydrochloride, 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 April 09, 2012. The current certification is valid through November 22, 2023.

How is this Akorn product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 17478074102. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 2 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 (5-3-2)
17478-741-02
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
17478-0741-02

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