Megestrol Acetate
NDC Package 63629-2221-1

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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.

Megestrol Acetate is megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS. Marketed by Bryant Ranch Prepack, this product is identified by NDC 63629-2221 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021778.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
63629-2221-1
Package Description
150 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
63629-2221
11-Digit Billing Format
63629222101
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
150 ML

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Megestrol Acetate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS. Improving your appetite and gaining weight may help you feel better and be more active. Megestrol is similar to a natural substance made by the body called progesterone.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Bryant Ranch Prepack
FDA Application #
NDA021778
Marketing Category
NDA AUTHORIZED GENERIC - A product marketed as a "generic" drug under an approved New Drug Application (NDA), rather than an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA),.
Start Marketing Date
07-28-2015
End Marketing Date
05-31-2023
Listing Expiration
05-31-2023
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 63629-2221-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 150 ml in 1 bottle of Megestrol Acetate, labeled by Bryant Ranch Prepack. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 150 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 Bryant Ranch Prepack on July 28, 2015. The current certification is valid through May 31, 2023.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS. Improving your appetite and gaining weight may help you feel better and be more active. Megestrol is similar to a natural substance made by the body called progesterone.

How is this Bryant Ranch Prepack product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 63629222101. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 150 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 (5-4-1)
63629-2221-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
63629-2221-01

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