Potassium Chloride
NDC Package 68151-0609-0

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Potassium Chloride is a medication a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Marketed by Carilion Materials Management, this product is identified by NDC 68151-0609 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA077419.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68151-0609-0
Package Description
1 CAPSULE, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 PACKAGE
Product Code
68151-0609
11-Digit Billing Format
68151060900
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 315183 - potassium chloride 8 MEQ (600 MG) Extended Release Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 315183 - potassium chloride 8 MEQ Extended Release Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 315183 - K+ Chloride 8 MEQ Extended Release Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 315183 - Pot Chloride 8 MEQ Extended Release Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 315183 - potassium chloride 600 MG Extended Release Oral Capsule

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Potassium Chloride
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Carilion Materials Management
FDA Application #
ANDA077419
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-25-2008
Listing Expiration
12-31-2018
Exclude Flag
I
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 68151-0609-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 capsule, extended release in 1 package of Potassium Chloride, labeled by Carilion Materials Management. 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 Carilion Materials Management on August 25, 2008. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics.

How is this Carilion Materials Management product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68151060900. 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)
68151-0609-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68151-0609-00

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