Pacerone
NDC Package 54868-5186-0

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Pacerone is a medication used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as persistent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). Marketed by Physicians Total Care, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54868-5186 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA075135.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54868-5186-0
Package Description
30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
54868-5186
11-Digit Billing Format
54868518600
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Pacerone
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as persistent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Amiodarone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
FDA Application #
ANDA075135
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-22-2008
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 54868-5186-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Pacerone, 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 October 22, 2008. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as persistent ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Amiodarone is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat.

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: 54868518600. 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)
54868-5186-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54868-5186-00

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