Varibar Thin Liquid Powder, For Suspension
NDC Package 32909-105-10

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

Package Information

Varibar Thin Liquid (barium sulfate) powders is this product is indicated for use in radiography of the esophagus, pharynx and hypopharynx. This formulation utilizes a powder, for suspension delivery system. Marketed by E-z-em Canada Inc, this product is identified by NDC 32909-105 and is authorized under FDA application NDA208036.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
32909-105-10
Package Description
24 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CASE / 148 g in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
32909-105
11-Digit Billing Format
32909010510
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
148 GM

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Varibar Thin Liquid
Non-Proprietary Name
Barium Sulfate
Substance Name
Barium Sulfate
Dosage Form
Powder, For Suspension - An intimate mixture of dry, finely divided drugs and/or chemicals, which, upon the addition of suitable vehicles, yields a suspension (a liquid preparation containing the solid particles dispersed in the liquid vehicle).
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
BARIUM SULFATE .81 g/g
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
This product is indicated for use in radiography of the esophagus, pharynx and hypopharynx.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
E-z-em Canada Inc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA208036
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-30-2019
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
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 32909-105-10 identifies a specific commercial package of 24 bottle, plastic in 1 case / 148 g in 1 bottle, plastic of Varibar Thin Liquid, a human prescription drug labeled by E-z-em Canada Inc. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 148 billable units per package. This powder, for suspension is formulated for oral use and contains barium sulfate as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by E-z-em Canada Inc on April 30, 2019. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this E-z-em Canada Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 32909010510. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 148 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)
32909-105-10
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
32909-0105-10

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