Levothyroxine Sodium
NDC Package 51138-044-30

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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.

Levothyroxine Sodium is levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Marketed by Med-health Pharma, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 51138-044 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021210.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51138-044-30
Package Description
30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
51138-044
11-Digit Billing Format
51138004430
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
30 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Levothyroxine Sodium
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as certain types of goiters, thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Med-health Pharma, Llc
FDA Application #
NDA021210
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-01-2011
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
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 51138-044-30 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 tablet in 1 bottle of Levothyroxine Sodium, labeled by Med-health Pharma, Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 30 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 Med-health Pharma, Llc on January 01, 2011. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as certain types of goiters, thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.

How is this Med-health Pharma, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51138004430. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 30 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)
51138-044-30
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51138-0044-30

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