Savella
NDC Package 50436-9993-2

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Savella is milnacipran is used to treat pain caused by a condition called fibromyalgia that affects the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and supporting tissues. Marketed by Unit Dose Services, this product is identified by NDC 50436-9993 and is authorized under FDA application NDA022256.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
50436-9993-2
Package Description
60 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
50436-9993
11-Digit Billing Format
50436999302
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
60 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Savella
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Milnacipran is used to treat pain caused by a condition called fibromyalgia that affects the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and supporting tissues. This medication is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Unit Dose Services
FDA Application #
NDA022256
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-17-2009
Listing Expiration
12-31-2020
Exclude Flag
I
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 50436-9993-2 identifies a specific commercial package of 60 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Savella, labeled by Unit Dose Services. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 60 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 Unit Dose Services on April 17, 2009. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2020.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Milnacipran is used to treat pain caused by a condition called fibromyalgia that affects the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and supporting tissues. This medication is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

How is this Unit Dose Services product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 50436999302. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 60 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 (5-4-1)
50436-9993-2
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
50436-9993-02

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