Levocarnitine Powder
NDC Package 51927-1865-0

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is an UNFINISHED DRUG part of the official NDC directory. Unfinished drugs include products like active ingredients some of which are used in bulk for further processing or compounding. The FDA requires a list of these drugs manufactured in a U.S. commercial distribution facility.

Levocarnitine powders is a medication used to prevent and treat low blood levels of carnitine. This formulation utilizes a powder delivery system. Marketed by Professional Compounding Centers Of America Dba Pcca, this product is identified by NDC 51927-1865.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51927-1865-0
Package Description
1 kg in 1 CONTAINER
Product Code
51927-1865
11-Digit Billing Format
51927186500
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
1000 GM

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Levocarnitine
Non-Proprietary Name
Levocarnitine
Substance Name
Levocarnitine
Dosage Form
Powder - An intimate mixture of dry, finely divided drugs and/or chemicals that may be intended for internal or external use.
Active Ingredient(s)
LEVOCARNITINE 1 kg/kg
Usage Information
This medication is used to prevent and treat low blood levels of carnitine. Carnitine is a substance made in the body from meat and dairy products. It helps the body use certain chemicals (long-chain fatty acids) for energy and to keep you in good health. Low blood levels of carnitine may occur in people whose bodies cannot properly use carnitine from their diets, people on dialysis due to serious kidney disease, and people being treated with certain drugs (e.g., valproic acid, zidovudine). Carnitine levels that are too low can cause liver, heart, and muscle problems. The injectable form of this drug is recommended if you have serious kidney disease (e.g., ESRD/dialysis) because high doses of the form taken by mouth may increase the risk of serious side effects. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Professional Compounding Centers Of America Dba Pcca
Product Type
Bulk Ingredient
Marketing Category
BULK INGREDIENT FOR HUMAN PRESCRIPTION COMPOUNDING - A category specifying that a bulk product is intended for use on humans and requires a prescription.
Start Marketing Date
07-19-2002
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Unfinished Product
Yes
Sample Package
N/A

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Billing & HCPCS Mapping

To facilitate insurance claims and reimbursement, this drug package is mapped to specific HCPCS administrative codes. This crosswalk aligns clinical data with the billing standards used in ASP (Average Sales Price), AWP, and OPPS payment systems. Use the cards below to identify the correct billable units for provider claims.

J1955
Source: PDAC
INJECTION, LEVOCARNITINE, PER 1 GM
HCPCS Dosage 1 GM
Units / Pkg

Note for Medical Coders: These mappings are synthesized from various CMS datasets including OPPS, PrEP, and DAC (Data Analysis and Coding) contractors. Always confirm unit conversions against the current quarter's pricing files before final submission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 51927-1865-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 kg in 1 container of Levocarnitine (UNFINISHED drug), a bulk ingredient labeled by Professional Compounding Centers Of America Dba Pcca. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 1000 billable units per package. This powder is formulated for use and contains levocarnitine as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Professional Compounding Centers Of America Dba Pcca on July 19, 2002. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to prevent and treat low blood levels of carnitine. Carnitine is a substance made in the body from meat and dairy products. It helps the body use certain chemicals (long-chain fatty acids) for energy and to keep you in good health. Low blood levels of carnitine may occur in people whose bodies cannot properly use carnitine from their diets, people on dialysis due to serious kidney disease, and people being treated with certain drugs (e.g., valproic acid, zidovudine). Carnitine levels that are too low can cause liver, heart, and muscle problems. The injectable form of this drug is recommended if you have serious kidney disease (e.g., ESRD/dialysis) because high doses of the form taken by mouth may increase the risk of serious side effects. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.

How is this Professional Compounding Centers Of America Dba Pcca product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51927186500. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 1000 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 (5-4-1)
51927-1865-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51927-1865-00

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