Balanced Salt
NDC Package 17478-921-95

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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.

Balanced Salt is a . Marketed by Akorn, this product is identified by NDC 17478-921 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA075503.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
17478-921-95
Package Description
1 BOTTLE, GLASS in 1 BOTTLE / 500 mL in 1 BOTTLE, GLASS
Product Code
17478-921
11-Digit Billing Format
17478092195

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Balanced Salt
Dosage Form
-

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Akorn
FDA Application #
ANDA075503
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
11-27-2014
End Marketing Date
05-18-2022
Listing Expiration
05-18-2022
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 17478-921-95 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle, glass in 1 bottle / 500 ml in 1 bottle, glass of Balanced Salt, 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 November 27, 2014. The current certification is valid through May 18, 2022.

How is this Akorn product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 17478092195. 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)
17478-921-95
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
17478-0921-95

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