Potassium Chloride
NDC Package 51138-377-10

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Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Potassium Chloride is a medication a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Marketed by Med Health Pharma Llc, this product is identified by NDC 51138-377 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA075604.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51138-377-10
Package Description
10 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
11-Digit Billing Format
51138037710
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
10 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Potassium Chloride
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Med Health Pharma Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA075604
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-01-2011
End Marketing Date
05-12-2012
Listing Expiration
05-12-2012
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (51138-377). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

30 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 51138-377-10 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 tablet, extended release in 1 bottle, plastic of Potassium Chloride, labeled by Med Health Pharma Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 10 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 April 01, 2011. The current certification is valid through May 12, 2012.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics.

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: 51138037710. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 10 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)
51138-377-10
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51138-0377-10

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