Cardizem
NDC Package 64455-792-47

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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.

Cardizem is diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). Marketed by Bta Pharmaceuticals, this product is identified by NDC 64455-792 and is authorized under FDA application NDA018602.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
64455-792-47
Package Description
100 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
64455-792
11-Digit Billing Format
64455079247
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
100 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Cardizem
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Bta Pharmaceuticals
FDA Application #
NDA018602
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-08-1986
End Marketing Date
05-31-2013
Listing Expiration
05-31-2013
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 64455-792-47 identifies a specific commercial package of 100 tablet, coated in 1 bottle of Cardizem, labeled by Bta Pharmaceuticals. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 100 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 Bta Pharmaceuticals on December 08, 1986. The current certification is valid through May 31, 2013.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

How is this Bta Pharmaceuticals product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 64455079247. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 100 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)
64455-792-47
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
64455-0792-47

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