Proventil Hfa
NDC Package 49999-907-67

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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.

Proventil Hfa is albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Marketed by Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc, this product is identified by NDC 49999-907 and is authorized under FDA application NDA020503.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
49999-907-67
Package Description
1 AEROSOL, METERED in 1 CARTON
Product Code
49999-907
11-Digit Billing Format
49999090767
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Proventil Hfa
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It is also used to prevent asthma brought on by exercise. It is a quick-relief drug. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc
FDA Application #
NDA020503
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-01-2001
End Marketing Date
12-31-2014
Listing Expiration
12-31-2014
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 49999-907-67 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 aerosol, metered in 1 carton of Proventil Hfa, labeled by Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc. 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 October 01, 2001. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2014.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It is also used to prevent asthma brought on by exercise. It is a quick-relief drug. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.

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: 49999090767. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. 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)
49999-907-67
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
49999-0907-67

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