Betapace Af
NDC Package 50419-119-06

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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.

Betapace Af is a medication used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia. Marketed by Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc., this product is identified by NDC 50419-119 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021151.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
50419-119-06
Package Description
1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 PACKAGE / 60 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
50419-119
11-Digit Billing Format
50419011906
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Betapace Af
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia. It is also used to treat certain fast/irregular heartbeats (atrial fibrillation/flutter) in patients with severe symptoms such as weakness and shortness of breath. Sotalol helps to lessen these symptoms. It slows the heart rate and helps the heart to beat more normally and regularly. This medication is both a beta blocker and an anti-arrhythmic.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
FDA Application #
NDA021151
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
02-22-2000
End Marketing Date
11-10-2017
Listing Expiration
11-10-2017
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 50419-119-06 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle, plastic in 1 package / 60 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Betapace Af, labeled by Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.. 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 Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. on February 22, 2000. The current certification is valid through November 10, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a serious (possibly life-threatening) type of fast heartbeat called sustained ventricular tachycardia. It is also used to treat certain fast/irregular heartbeats (atrial fibrillation/flutter) in patients with severe symptoms such as weakness and shortness of breath. Sotalol helps to lessen these symptoms. It slows the heart rate and helps the heart to beat more normally and regularly. This medication is both a beta blocker and an anti-arrhythmic.

How is this Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 50419011906. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1 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)
50419-119-06
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
50419-0119-06

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