Artificial Tears
NDC Package 37205-137-05

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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.

Artificial Tears is a medication used to relieve dry, irritated eyes. Marketed by Cardinal Health, this product is identified by NDC 37205-137 and is authorized under FDA application M018.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
37205-137-05
Package Description
15 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
37205-137
11-Digit Billing Format
37205013705
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
15 ML

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Artificial Tears
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to relieve dry, irritated eyes. Common causes for dry eyes include wind, sun, heating/air conditioning, computer use/reading, and certain medications. This product may contain 1 or more of the following ingredients: carboxymethylcellulose, dextran, glycerin, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol 400 (PEG 400), polysorbate, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, or propylene glycol, among others. Eye lubricants keep the eye moist, help to protect the eye from injury and infection, and decrease symptoms of dry eyes such as burning, itching, and feeling as if something is in the eye.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cardinal Health
FDA Application #
M018
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
11-15-2011
End Marketing Date
08-31-2012
Listing Expiration
08-31-2012
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 37205-137-05 identifies a specific commercial package of 15 ml in 1 bottle of Artificial Tears, labeled by Cardinal Health. 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 Cardinal Health on November 15, 2011. The current certification is valid through August 31, 2012.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to relieve dry, irritated eyes. Common causes for dry eyes include wind, sun, heating/air conditioning, computer use/reading, and certain medications. This product may contain 1 or more of the following ingredients: carboxymethylcellulose, dextran, glycerin, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol 400 (PEG 400), polysorbate, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, or propylene glycol, among others. Eye lubricants keep the eye moist, help to protect the eye from injury and infection, and decrease symptoms of dry eyes such as burning, itching, and feeling as if something is in the eye.

How is this Cardinal Health product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 37205013705. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 15 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)
37205-137-05
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
37205-0137-05

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