Tazorac
NDC Package 54868-4649-1

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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.

Tazorac is tazarotene is used to treat psoriasis or acne. Marketed by Physicians Total Care, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54868-4649 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021184.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54868-4649-1
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 60 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
54868-4649
11-Digit Billing Format
54868464901

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Tazorac
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Tazarotene is used to treat psoriasis or acne. It is a retinoid product related to Vitamin A. It works by affecting the growth of skin cells. The foam and lotion forms of this medication are only approved for use on acne.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
FDA Application #
NDA021184
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-10-2005
End Marketing Date
06-30-2011
Listing Expiration
06-30-2011
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 54868-4649-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 carton / 60 g in 1 tube of Tazorac, 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 January 10, 2005. The current certification is valid through June 30, 2011.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Tazarotene is used to treat psoriasis or acne. It is a retinoid product related to Vitamin A. It works by affecting the growth of skin cells. The foam and lotion forms of this medication are only approved for use on acne.

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: 54868464901. 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)
54868-4649-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54868-4649-01

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