Bacitracin
NDC Package 59898-721-01

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Bacitracin is a medication an antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial eye infections. Marketed by Water-jel Technologies, this product is identified by NDC 59898-721 and is authorized under FDA application part333B.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
59898-721-01
Package Description
1728 PACKET in 1 CARTON / .9 g in 1 PACKET
Product Code
59898-721
11-Digit Billing Format
59898072101

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Bacitracin
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial eye infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Water-jel Technologies
FDA Application #
part333B
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH FINAL - A product marketed pursuant to a final Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drug Monograph.
Start Marketing Date
11-07-2010
End Marketing Date
12-19-2017
Listing Expiration
12-19-2017
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (59898-721). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

59898-721-02
144 PACKET in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE / .9 g in 1 PACKET
59898-721-03
25 PACKET in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE / .9 g in 1 PACKET

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 59898-721-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1728 packet in 1 carton / .9 g in 1 packet of Bacitracin, labeled by Water-jel Technologies. 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 Water-jel Technologies on November 07, 2010. The current certification is valid through December 19, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is an antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial eye infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

How is this Water-jel Technologies product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 59898072101. 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)
59898-721-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
59898-0721-01

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