Azithromycin Suspension
NDC Package 62135-705-52

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Other Packages
    4. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Azithromycin suspension is azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This formulation utilizes a suspension delivery system. Marketed by Chartwell Rx, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 62135-705 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065488.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
62135-705-52
Package Description
22.5 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
62135-705
11-Digit Billing Format
62135070552
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
22.5 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Azithromycin
Non-Proprietary Name
Azithromycin
Substance Name
Azithromycin Monohydrate
Dosage Form
Suspension - A liquid1 dosage form that contains solid particles dispersed in a liquid vehicle.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
AZITHROMYCIN MONOHYDRATE 200 mg/5mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Chartwell Rx, Llc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA065488
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
05-15-2015
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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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.

Q0144
Source: PDAC
AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE, ORAL, CAPSULES/POWDER, 1 GRAM
HCPCS Dosage 1 GM
Units / Pkg

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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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (62135-705). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

62135-705-43
30 mL in 1 BOTTLE
62135-705-51
15 mL in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 62135-705-52 identifies a specific commercial package of 22.5 ml in 1 bottle of Azithromycin, a human prescription drug labeled by Chartwell Rx, Llc. This suspension is formulated for oral use and contains azithromycin monohydrate as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Chartwell Rx, Llc on May 15, 2015. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

How is this Chartwell Rx, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 62135070552. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 22.5 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)
62135-705-52
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
62135-0705-52

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