Coreg
NDC Package 49999-577-20

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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.

Coreg is carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Marketed by Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc, this product is identified by NDC 49999-577 and is authorized under FDA application NDA020297.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
49999-577-20
Package Description
20 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
49999-577
11-Digit Billing Format
49999057720
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
20 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Coreg
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc
FDA Application #
NDA020297
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
11-21-2011
End Marketing Date
06-01-2014
Listing Expiration
06-01-2014
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 49999-577-20 identifies a specific commercial package of 20 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Coreg, labeled by Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 20 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 Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc on November 21, 2011. The current certification is valid through June 01, 2014.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers.

How is this Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 49999057720. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 20 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)
49999-577-20
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
49999-0577-20

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