Fortaz
NDC Package 24987-413-00

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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.

Fortaz is ceftazidime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Marketed by Covis Pharmaceuticals, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 24987-413 and is authorized under FDA application NDA050634.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
24987-413-00
Package Description
24 CONTAINER in 1 CARTON / 50 mL in 1 CONTAINER
Product Code
24987-413
11-Digit Billing Format
24987041300
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Fortaz
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Ceftazidime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Covis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
FDA Application #
NDA050634
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-15-2013
End Marketing Date
08-08-2017
Listing Expiration
08-08-2017
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 24987-413-00 identifies a specific commercial package of 24 container in 1 carton / 50 ml in 1 container of Fortaz, labeled by Covis Pharmaceuticals, 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 Covis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on April 15, 2013. The current certification is valid through August 08, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Ceftazidime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

How is this Covis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 24987041300. 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:

10-Digit Format (5-3-2)
24987-413-00
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
24987-0413-00

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