Decadron
NDC Package 58463-010-08
Package Information
Decadron is dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders. Marketed by Pragma Pharmaceuticals, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 58463-010 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA090891.
Identification & Billing
- RxCUI: 309686 - dexAMETHasone 0.5 MG in 5 mL Oral Solution
- RxCUI: 309686 - dexamethasone 0.1 MG/ML Oral Solution
- RxCUI: 309686 - dexamethasone 0.5 MG per 5 ML Oral Solution
- RxCUI: 309686 - dexamethasone 1 MG per 10 ML Oral Solution
- RxCUI: 755976 - Decadron 0.5 MG in 5 mL Oral Solution
Clinical Specifications
Regulatory & Marketing
Hierarchy Structure
- 58463 - Pragma Pharmaceuticals, Llc
- 58463-010 - Decadron
- 58463-010-08 - 237 mL in 1 BOTTLE
- 58463-010 - Decadron
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Billing & HCPCS Mapping
To facilitate insurance claims and reimbursement, this drug package is mapped to specific HCPCS administrative codes. This crosswalk aligns clinical data with the billing standards used in ASP (Average Sales Price), AWP, and OPPS payment systems. Use the cards below to identify the correct billable units for provider claims.
Note for Medical Coders: These mappings are synthesized from various CMS datasets including OPPS, PrEP, and DAC (Data Analysis and Coding) contractors. Always confirm unit conversions against the current quarter's pricing files before final submission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distribution configuration for this product package?
The code 58463-010-08 identifies a specific commercial package of 237 ml in 1 bottle of Decadron, labeled by Pragma Pharmaceuticals, Llc. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 237 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 Pragma Pharmaceuticals, Llc on March 15, 2018. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2019.
What are the primary indications for this medication?
Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders. It is also used as a test for an adrenal gland disorder (Cushing's syndrome). Dexamethasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.
How is this Pragma Pharmaceuticals, Llc product billed for insurance claims?
For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 58463001008. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 237 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:
Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.
