Desmopressin Acetate Solution
NDC Package 69918-899-11

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Other Packages
    4. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Desmopressin Acetate solution is desmopressin is used to control the amount of urine your kidneys make. This formulation utilizes a solution delivery system. Marketed by Nordic Pharma, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 69918-899 and is authorized under FDA application NDA018938.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
69918-899-11
Package Description
10 AMPULE in 1 CARTON / 1 mL in 1 AMPULE
Product Code
69918-899
11-Digit Billing Format
69918089911
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Desmopressin Acetate
Non-Proprietary Name
Desmopressin Acetate
Substance Name
Desmopressin Acetate
Dosage Form
Solution - A clear, homogeneous liquid1 dosage form that contains one or more chemical substances dissolved in a solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents.
Administration Route
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Desmopressin is used to control the amount of urine your kidneys make. Normally, the amount of urine you make is controlled by a certain substance in the body called vasopressin. In people who have "water diabetes" (diabetes insipidus) or certain kinds of head injury or brain surgery, the body does not make enough vasopressin. Desmopressin is a man-made form of vasopressin and is used to replace a low level of vasopressin. This medication helps to control increased thirst and too much urination due to these conditions, and helps prevent dehydration. Desmopressin products applied in the nose are no longer indicated to control nighttime bedwetting in children because of the increased risk of developing a serious side effect (a low level of sodium in the blood).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Nordic Pharma, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA018938
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-20-2016
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Billing & HCPCS Mapping

To facilitate insurance claims and reimbursement, this drug package is mapped to specific HCPCS administrative codes. This crosswalk aligns clinical data with the billing standards used in ASP (Average Sales Price), AWP, and OPPS payment systems. Use the cards below to identify the correct billable units for provider claims.

J2597
Source: PDAC
INJECTION, DESMOPRESSIN ACETATE, PER 1 MCG
HCPCS Dosage 1 MCG
Units / Pkg

Note for Medical Coders: These mappings are synthesized from various CMS datasets including OPPS, PrEP, and DAC (Data Analysis and Coding) contractors. Always confirm unit conversions against the current quarter's pricing files before final submission.

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (69918-899). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

69918-899-01
1 mL in 1 AMPULE
69918-899-10
10 AMPULE in 1 CARTON / 1 mL in 1 AMPULE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 69918-899-11 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 ampule in 1 carton / 1 ml in 1 ampule of Desmopressin Acetate, a human prescription drug labeled by Nordic Pharma, Inc.. This solution is formulated for intravenous use and contains desmopressin acetate as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Nordic Pharma, Inc. on January 20, 2016. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Desmopressin is used to control the amount of urine your kidneys make. Normally, the amount of urine you make is controlled by a certain substance in the body called vasopressin. In people who have "water diabetes" (diabetes insipidus) or certain kinds of head injury or brain surgery, the body does not make enough vasopressin. Desmopressin is a man-made form of vasopressin and is used to replace a low level of vasopressin. This medication helps to control increased thirst and too much urination due to these conditions, and helps prevent dehydration. Desmopressin products applied in the nose are no longer indicated to control nighttime bedwetting in children because of the increased risk of developing a serious side effect (a low level of sodium in the blood).

How is this Nordic Pharma, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 69918089911. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
69918-899-11
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
69918-0899-11

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