NDC Package 50474-710-79 Cimzia

Certolizumab Pegol Injection, Solution Subcutaneous - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
50474-710-79
Package Description:
2 SYRINGE, GLASS in 1 CARTON / 1 mL in 1 SYRINGE, GLASS
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Cimzia
Non-Proprietary Name:
Certolizumab Pegol
Substance Name:
Certolizumab Pegol
Usage Information:
This medication is used to reduce pain and swelling due to certain inflammatory conditions (such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, plaque psoriasis). Some brands may also be used to treat a certain type of spine condition (axial spondyloarthritis) or a certain bowel condition (Crohn's disease). Certolizumab belongs to a class of drugs known as tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers. It works by blocking TNF, a substance made by the body that causes inflammation.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
50474071079
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
1 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 795081 - certolizumab pegol 200 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 795085 - Cimzia 200 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 795085 - certolizumab pegol 200 MG Injection [Cimzia]
  • RxCUI: 849597 - certolizumab pegol 200 MG in 1 ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 849597 - 1 ML certolizumab pegol 200 MG/ML Prefilled Syringe
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Ucb, Inc.
    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(s):
  • Subcutaneous - Administration beneath the skin; hypodermic. Synonymous with the term SUBDERMAL.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    BLA125160
    Marketing Category:
    BLA - A product marketed under an approved Biologic License Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    05-14-2009
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    NDC HCPCS Crosswalk

    This crosswalk is intended to help the public understand which drug products (identified by NDCs) are assigned to which HCPCS billing codes.

    NDC 50474-710-79 HCPCS crosswalk information with package details and bill units information.

    NDC Billing CodeHCPCS CodeHCPCS Code Desc.DosagePackage SizePackage QuantityBillable UnitsBillable Units / Pkg
    50474071079J0717Certolizumab pegol inj 1mg1 MG12200400

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    50474-710-802 SYRINGE, GLASS in 1 CARTON / 1 mL in 1 SYRINGE, GLASS
    50474-710-813 CARTON in 1 BOX / 2 SYRINGE, GLASS in 1 CARTON / 1 mL in 1 SYRINGE, GLASS

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 50474-710-79?

    The NDC Packaged Code 50474-710-79 is assigned to a package of 2 syringe, glass in 1 carton / 1 ml in 1 syringe, glass of Cimzia, a human prescription drug labeled by Ucb, Inc.. The product's dosage form is injection, solution and is administered via subcutaneous form.

    Is NDC 50474-710 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Cimzia with product code 50474-710 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Ucb, Inc. on May 14, 2009 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 50474-710-79?

    The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 1.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 50474-710-79?

    The 11-digit format is 50474071079. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 5-3-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-3-250474-710-795-4-250474-0710-79