Betamethasone Dipropionate
NDC Package 21695-521-45

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Betamethasone Dipropionate is a medication used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Marketed by Rebel Distributors Corp., this product is identified by NDC 21695-521 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA019137.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
21695-521-45
Package Description
45 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
21695-521
11-Digit Billing Format
21695052145
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
45 GM
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 238920 - betamethasone 0.05 % Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 238920 - betamethasone 0.5 MG/ML Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 238920 - betamethasone 0.5 MG/GM (betamethasone dipropionate 0.64 MG/GM) Topical Cream

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Betamethasone Dipropionate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Rebel Distributors Corp.
FDA Application #
ANDA019137
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
02-26-1984
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
Exclude Flag
I
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (21695-521). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

21695-521-15
15 g in 1 TUBE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 21695-521-45 identifies a specific commercial package of 45 g in 1 tube of Betamethasone Dipropionate, labeled by Rebel Distributors Corp.. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 45 billable units per package. 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 Rebel Distributors Corp. on February 26, 1984. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.

How is this Rebel Distributors Corp. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 21695052145. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 45 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)
21695-521-45
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
21695-0521-45

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