Metformin Hydrochloride
NDC Package 51138-075-30

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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.

Metformin Hydrochloride is tablets, USP are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and children with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Marketed by Med-health Pharma, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 51138-075 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA075967.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51138-075-30
Package Description
30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
51138-075
11-Digit Billing Format
51138007530
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
Metformin Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Metformin hydrochloride tablets, USP are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and children with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Med-health Pharma, Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA075967
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-04-2011
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 51138-075-30 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 tablet in 1 bottle of Metformin Hydrochloride, 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 04, 2011. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

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: 51138007530. 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)
51138-075-30
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51138-0075-30

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