Hydrocortisone
NDC Package 55700-321-30

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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.

Hydrocortisone is a medication used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Marketed by Quality Care Products Llc, this product is identified by NDC 55700-321 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA085025.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
55700-321-30
Package Description
28 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
55700-321
11-Digit Billing Format
55700032130
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
28 GM

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hydrocortisone
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a mild corticosteroid.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Quality Care Products Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA085025
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-31-2006
End Marketing Date
12-31-2024
Listing Expiration
12-31-2024
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 55700-321-30 identifies a specific commercial package of 28 g in 1 tube of Hydrocortisone, labeled by Quality Care Products Llc. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 28 billable units per package. 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 Quality Care Products Llc on March 31, 2006. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2024.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a mild corticosteroid.

How is this Quality Care Products Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 55700032130. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 28 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 (5-3-2)
55700-321-30
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
55700-0321-30

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