Etidronate Disodium
NDC Package 68151-1521-9

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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.

Etidronate Disodium is etidronate is used to treat a certain type of bone disease called Paget's disease. Marketed by Carilion Materials Management, this product is identified by NDC 68151-1521 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA075800.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68151-1521-9
Package Description
1 TABLET in 1 PACKAGE
Product Code
68151-1521
11-Digit Billing Format
68151152109

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Etidronate Disodium
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Etidronate is used to treat a certain type of bone disease called Paget's disease. This disease weakens and deforms bones. Etidronate works by slowing bone loss, helping to keep your bones strong and less likely to break. It also helps reduce bone pain from this disease. This medication belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates. Etidronate is also used to prevent or treat bone problems that may occur after hip replacement surgery or spinal cord injury.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Carilion Materials Management
FDA Application #
ANDA075800
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-02-2008
End Marketing Date
12-31-2019
Listing Expiration
12-31-2019
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 68151-1521-9 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tablet in 1 package of Etidronate Disodium, 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 January 02, 2008. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2019.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Etidronate is used to treat a certain type of bone disease called Paget's disease. This disease weakens and deforms bones. Etidronate works by slowing bone loss, helping to keep your bones strong and less likely to break. It also helps reduce bone pain from this disease. This medication belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates. Etidronate is also used to prevent or treat bone problems that may occur after hip replacement surgery or spinal cord injury.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68151152109. 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)
68151-1521-9
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68151-1521-09

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