NDC Package 63323-596-16 Glucagon

Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution Intramuscular; Intravenous - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
63323-596-16
Package Description:
10 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 TRAY / 1 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE (63323-596-08)
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Glucagon
Non-Proprietary Name:
Glucagon
Substance Name:
Glucagon Hydrochloride
Usage Information:
This medication is the same as your body's own glucagon, a natural substance that raises blood sugar by causing the body to release sugar stored in the liver. It is used to treat very low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) that may cause you to need help from others. Make sure a family member or caregiver knows where you keep this medication and how to use it before you need their help.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
63323059616
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
1 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 310497 - glucagon (rDNA) 1 MG Injection
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Fresenius Kabi Usa, Llc
    Dosage Form:
    Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution - A dosage form intended for the solution prepared by lyophilization ("freeze drying"), a process which involves the removal of water from products in the frozen state at extremely low pressures; this is intended for subsequent addition of liquid to create a solution that conforms in all respects to the requirements for Injections.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    NDA201849
    Marketing Category:
    NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    05-08-2015
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    NDC HCPCS Crosswalk

    This crosswalk is intended to help the public understand which drug products (identified by NDCs) are assigned to which HCPCS billing codes.

    NDC 63323-596-16 HCPCS crosswalk information with package details and bill units information.

    NDC Billing CodeHCPCS CodeHCPCS Code Desc.DosagePackage SizePackage QuantityBillable UnitsBillable Units / Pkg
    63323059616J1611Inj glucagon hcl, fresenius1 MG110110

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    63323-596-1310 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 TRAY / 1 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE (63323-596-11)

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 63323-596-16?

    The NDC Packaged Code 63323-596-16 is assigned to a package of 10 vial, single-dose in 1 tray / 1 ml in 1 vial, single-dose (63323-596-08) of Glucagon, a human prescription drug labeled by Fresenius Kabi Usa, Llc. The product's dosage form is injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution and is administered via intramuscular; intravenous form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package.

    Is NDC 63323-596 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Glucagon with product code 63323-596 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Fresenius Kabi Usa, Llc on May 08, 2015 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 63323-596-16?

    The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 1.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 63323-596-16?

    The 11-digit format is 63323059616. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 5-3-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-3-263323-596-165-4-263323-0596-16