Lucentis Injection, Solution
NDC Package 50242-080-03

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Other Packages
    4. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Lucentis (ranibizumab) injection is a medication used to treat certain serious eye conditions (such as age-related macular degeneration, macular edema, diabetic retinopathy). This formulation utilizes a injection, solution delivery system. Marketed by Genentech, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 50242-080 and is authorized under FDA application BLA125156.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
50242-080-03
Package Description
1 SYRINGE, GLASS in 1 CARTON / .05 mL in 1 SYRINGE, GLASS
Product Code
50242-080
11-Digit Billing Format
50242008003
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Lucentis
Non-Proprietary Name
Ranibizumab
Substance Name
Ranibizumab
Dosage Form
Injection, Solution - A liquid preparation containing one or more drug substances dissolved in a suitable solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents that is suitable for injection.
Administration Route
Intravitreal - Administration within the vitreous body of the eye.
Active Ingredient(s)
RANIBIZUMAB 10 mg/mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat certain serious eye conditions (such as age-related macular degeneration, macular edema, diabetic retinopathy). It is used to help prevent decreased vision and blindness. Ranibizumab works by slowing the growth of abnormal new blood vessels in the eye and decreasing leakage from these blood vessels.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Genentech, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
BLA125156
Marketing Category
BLA - A product marketed under an approved Biologic License Application.
Start Marketing Date
06-30-2006
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Billing & HCPCS Mapping

To facilitate insurance claims and reimbursement, this drug package is mapped to specific HCPCS administrative codes. This crosswalk aligns clinical data with the billing standards used in ASP (Average Sales Price), AWP, and OPPS payment systems. Use the cards below to identify the correct billable units for provider claims.

J2778
Source: PDAC
INJECTION, RANIBIZUMAB, 0.1 MG
HCPCS Dosage 0.1 MG
Units / Pkg

Note for Medical Coders: These mappings are synthesized from various CMS datasets including OPPS, PrEP, and DAC (Data Analysis and Coding) contractors. Always confirm unit conversions against the current quarter's pricing files before final submission.

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (50242-080). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

50242-080-88
1 SYRINGE, GLASS in 1 CARTON / .05 mL in 1 SYRINGE, GLASS

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 50242-080-03 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 syringe, glass in 1 carton / .05 ml in 1 syringe, glass of Lucentis, a human prescription drug labeled by Genentech, Inc.. This injection, solution is formulated for intravitreal use and contains ranibizumab as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Genentech, Inc. on June 30, 2006. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat certain serious eye conditions (such as age-related macular degeneration, macular edema, diabetic retinopathy). It is used to help prevent decreased vision and blindness. Ranibizumab works by slowing the growth of abnormal new blood vessels in the eye and decreasing leakage from these blood vessels.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 50242008003. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
50242-080-03
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
50242-0080-03

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