Hamster Epithelium
NDC Package 36987-1069-3

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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.

Hamster Epithelium is allergenic extracts are indicated for use in diagnostic testing and as part of a treatment regime for allergic disease, as established by allergy history and skin test reactivity. Marketed by Nelco Laboratories, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 36987-1069 and is authorized under FDA application BLA102192.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
36987-1069-3
Package Description
30 mL in 1 VIAL, MULTI-DOSE
Product Code
36987-1069
11-Digit Billing Format
36987106903
RxNorm Crosswalk
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Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hamster Epithelium
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Allergenic extracts are indicated for use in diagnostic testing and as part of a treatment regime for allergic disease, as established by allergy history and skin test reactivity. Allergenic extracts are indicated for the treatment of allergen specific allergic disease for use as hyposensitization or immunotherapy when avoidance of specific allergens can not be attained. The use of allergenic extracts for therapeutic purpose has been established by well-controlled clinical studies. Allergenic extracts may be used as adjunctive therapy along with pharmacotherapy which includes antihistamines, corticosteroids, and cromoglycate, and avoidance measures. Allergenic extracts for therapeutic use should be given using only the allergen selection to which the patient is allergic, has a history of exposure and are likely to be exposed to again.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Nelco Laboratories, Inc.
FDA Application #
BLA102192
Marketing Category
BLA - A product marketed under an approved Biologic License Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-29-1972
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 (36987-1069). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

36987-1069-1
5 mL in 1 VIAL, MULTI-DOSE
36987-1069-2
10 mL in 1 VIAL, MULTI-DOSE
36987-1069-4
50 mL in 1 VIAL, MULTI-DOSE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 36987-1069-3 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 ml in 1 vial, multi-dose of Hamster Epithelium, labeled by Nelco Laboratories, 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 Nelco Laboratories, Inc. on August 29, 1972. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

How is this Nelco Laboratories, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 36987106903. 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 (5-4-1)
36987-1069-3
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
36987-1069-03

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