Hydrocortisone
NDC Package 46287-003-01

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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 is a medication used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Marketed by Cmp Pharma, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 46287-003 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA088138.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
46287-003-01
Package Description
25 g in 1 JAR
Product Code
46287-003
11-Digit Billing Format
46287000301
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
25 GM

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hydrocortisone
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a mild corticosteroid.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cmp Pharma, Inc.
FDA Application #
ANDA088138
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-30-1985
End Marketing Date
02-01-2017
Listing Expiration
02-01-2017
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 (46287-003). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

46287-003-04
110 g in 1 JAR
46287-003-16
430 g in 1 JAR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 46287-003-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 25 g in 1 jar of Hydrocortisone, labeled by Cmp Pharma, Inc.. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 25 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 Cmp Pharma, Inc. on July 30, 1985. The current certification is valid through February 01, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a mild corticosteroid.

How is this Cmp Pharma, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 46287000301. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 25 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)
46287-003-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
46287-0003-01

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