Bleomycin
NDC Package 55390-005-01

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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.

Bleomycin is a . Marketed by Bedford Laboratories, this product is identified by NDC 55390-005 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065042.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
55390-005-01
Package Description
1 VIAL in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE / 1 INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION in 1 VIAL
Product Code
55390-005
11-Digit Billing Format
55390000501

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Bleomycin
Dosage Form
-

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Bedford Laboratories
FDA Application #
ANDA065042
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-10-2003
End Marketing Date
02-28-2009
Listing Expiration
02-28-2009
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 55390-005-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 vial in 1 box, unit-dose / 1 injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution in 1 vial of Bleomycin, labeled by Bedford Laboratories. 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 Bedford Laboratories on March 10, 2003. The current certification is valid through February 28, 2009.

How is this Bedford Laboratories product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 55390000501. 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)
55390-005-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
55390-0005-01

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