Pravastatin Sodium
NDC Package 60760-421-90

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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.

Pravastatin Sodium is pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Marketed by St. Mary's Medical Park Pharmacy, this product is identified by NDC 60760-421 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA207068.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
60760-421-90
Package Description
90 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
60760-421
11-Digit Billing Format
60760042190
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
90 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Pravastatin Sodium
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
St. Mary's Medical Park Pharmacy
FDA Application #
ANDA207068
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-13-2018
End Marketing Date
10-31-2020
Listing Expiration
10-31-2020
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 60760-421-90 identifies a specific commercial package of 90 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Pravastatin Sodium, labeled by St. Mary's Medical Park Pharmacy. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 90 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 St. Mary's Medical Park Pharmacy on March 13, 2018. The current certification is valid through October 31, 2020.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

How is this St. Mary's Medical Park Pharmacy product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 60760042190. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 90 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)
60760-421-90
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
60760-0421-90

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