Hydrocortisone
NDC Package 68151-4021-1

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Hydrocortisone is a medication used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Marketed by Carilion Materials Management, this product is identified by NDC 68151-4021 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA040761.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68151-4021-1
Package Description
1 TABLET in 1 PACKAGE
Product Code
68151-4021
11-Digit Billing Format
68151402101
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 197787 - hydrocortisone 5 MG Oral Tablet

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hydrocortisone
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a mild corticosteroid.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Carilion Materials Management
FDA Application #
ANDA040761
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-16-2007
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 68151-4021-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tablet in 1 package of Hydrocortisone, 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 July 16, 2007. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a mild corticosteroid.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68151402101. 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)
68151-4021-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68151-4021-01

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