Hydrocortisone Acetate
NDC Package 43199-021-24

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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 discontinued by the firm.

Hydrocortisone Acetate is a medication used to treat hemorrhoids and itching/swelling in the rectum and anus. Marketed by County Line Pharmaceuticals, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 43199-021.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
43199-021-24
Package Description
24 DOSE PACK in 1 CARTON / 1 SUPPOSITORY in 1 DOSE PACK
Product Code
43199-021
11-Digit Billing Format
43199002124
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
24 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hydrocortisone Acetate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat hemorrhoids and itching/swelling in the rectum and anus. It is also used with other medications to treat certain intestinal problems (such as ulcerative colitis of the rectum and other rectal/anal inflammatory conditions). Hydrocortisone suppositories help to relieve rectal pain, itching, bloody diarrhea, and bleeding by reducing swelling (inflammation) directly in the rectum and anus. Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
County Line Pharmaceuticals, Llc
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
11-29-2010
End Marketing Date
12-17-2013
Listing Expiration
12-17-2013
Exclude Flag
D
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 (43199-021). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

43199-021-12
12 DOSE PACK in 1 CARTON / 1 SUPPOSITORY in 1 DOSE PACK

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 43199-021-24 identifies a specific commercial package of 24 dose pack in 1 carton / 1 suppository in 1 dose pack of Hydrocortisone Acetate, labeled by County Line Pharmaceuticals, Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 24 billable units per package. 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 County Line Pharmaceuticals, Llc on November 29, 2010. The current certification is valid through December 17, 2013.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat hemorrhoids and itching/swelling in the rectum and anus. It is also used with other medications to treat certain intestinal problems (such as ulcerative colitis of the rectum and other rectal/anal inflammatory conditions). Hydrocortisone suppositories help to relieve rectal pain, itching, bloody diarrhea, and bleeding by reducing swelling (inflammation) directly in the rectum and anus. Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids.

How is this County Line Pharmaceuticals, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 43199002124. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 24 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)
43199-021-24
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
43199-0021-24

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