NDC Package 51079-670-05 Methotrexate

Tablet Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
51079-670-05
Package Description:
20 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 1 TABLET in 1 BLISTER PACK (51079-670-01)
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Methotrexate
Non-Proprietary Name:
Methotrexate
Substance Name:
Methotrexate Sodium
Usage Information:
Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer or to control severe psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis that has not responded to other treatments. It may also be used to control juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Methotrexate belongs to a class of drugs known as antimetabolites. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells and suppressing the immune system. Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with more aggressive therapy such as methotrexate helps to reduce further joint damage and to preserve joint function.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
51079067005
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
20 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 105585 - methotrexate 2.5 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 105585 - methotrexate 2.5 MG (as methotrexate sodium) Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Mylan Institutional Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet - A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA081235
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    07-13-1995
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2025
    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 51079-670-05 HCPCS crosswalk information with package details and bill units information.

    NDC Billing CodeHCPCS CodeHCPCS Code Desc.DosagePackage SizePackage QuantityBillable UnitsBillable Units / Pkg
    51079067005J8610Methotrexate oral 2.5 mg2.5 MG2012020

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 51079-670-05?

    The NDC Packaged Code 51079-670-05 is assigned to a package of 20 blister pack in 1 carton / 1 tablet in 1 blister pack (51079-670-01) of Methotrexate, a human prescription drug labeled by Mylan Institutional Inc.. The product's dosage form is tablet and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 51079-670 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Methotrexate with product code 51079-670 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Mylan Institutional Inc. on July 13, 1995 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2025 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 51079-670-05?

    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 20.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 51079-670-05?

    The 11-digit format is 51079067005. 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
    5-3-251079-670-055-4-251079-0670-05