Leukine
NDC Package 54868-3188-0

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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 discontinued by the firm.

Leukine is sargramostim is a man-made version of a certain natural substance made in your body. Marketed by Physicians Total Care, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54868-3188 and is authorized under FDA application BLA103362.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54868-3188-0
Package Description
5 VIAL in 1 CARTON / 1 mL in 1 VIAL
Product Code
54868-3188
11-Digit Billing Format
54868318800

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Leukine
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Sargramostim is a man-made version of a certain natural substance made in your body. It is used to help your body make more white blood cells. White blood cells are important to help you fight off infections. Sargramostim is given to people whose ability to make white blood cells is reduced (for instance, due to chemotherapy or exposure to large amounts of radiation). It is also used in certain treatment procedures (such as bone marrow/stem cell transplant).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
FDA Application #
BLA103362
Marketing Category
BLA - A product marketed under an approved Biologic License Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-01-1996
End Marketing Date
06-30-2012
Listing Expiration
06-30-2012
Exclude Flag
D
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 54868-3188-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 5 vial in 1 carton / 1 ml in 1 vial of Leukine, labeled by Physicians Total Care, Inc.. 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 Physicians Total Care, Inc. on December 01, 1996. The current certification is valid through June 30, 2012.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Sargramostim is a man-made version of a certain natural substance made in your body. It is used to help your body make more white blood cells. White blood cells are important to help you fight off infections. Sargramostim is given to people whose ability to make white blood cells is reduced (for instance, due to chemotherapy or exposure to large amounts of radiation). It is also used in certain treatment procedures (such as bone marrow/stem cell transplant).

How is this Physicians Total Care, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 54868318800. 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)
54868-3188-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54868-3188-00

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