E-z-paste Cream
NDC Package 32909-770-01

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

Package Information

E-z-paste (barium sulfate) cream is for use in single contrast radiography of the esophagus, pharynx, hypopharynx and for cardiac series. This formulation utilizes a cream delivery system. Marketed by E-z-em Canada Inc, this product is identified by NDC 32909-770.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
32909-770-01
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 BOX / 454 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
32909-770
11-Digit Billing Format
32909077001
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
454 GM

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
E-z-paste
Non-Proprietary Name
Barium Sulfate
Substance Name
Barium Sulfate
Dosage Form
Cream - An emulsion, semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing > 20% water and volatiles5 and/or < 50% hydrocarbons, waxes, or polyols as the vehicle. This dosage form is generally for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
BARIUM SULFATE .6 g/g
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
For use in single contrast radiography of the esophagus, pharynx, hypopharynx and for cardiac series.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
E-z-em Canada Inc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
06-01-1974
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
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 32909-770-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 box / 454 g in 1 tube of E-z-paste, a human prescription drug labeled by E-z-em Canada Inc. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 454 billable units per package. This cream 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 June 01, 1974. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

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: 32909077001. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 454 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)
32909-770-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
32909-0770-01

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