NDC Package 70436-019-82 Azithromycin

Azithromycin Dihydrate Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution Intravenous - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
70436-019-82
Package Description:
10 VIAL in 1 BOX / 5 mL in 1 VIAL
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Azithromycin
Non-Proprietary Name:
Azithromycin Dihydrate
Substance Name:
Azithromycin Dihydrate
Usage Information:
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
70436001982
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
1 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 1668238 - azithromycin 500 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 1668238 - azithromycin (as azithromycin dihydrate) 500 MG Injection
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Slate Run Pharmaceuticals
    Dosage Form:
    Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution - A dosage form intended for the solution prepared by lyophilization ("freeze drying"), a process which involves the removal of water from products in the frozen state at extremely low pressures; this is intended for subsequent addition of liquid to create a solution that conforms in all respects to the requirements for Injections.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA203412
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    12-19-2018
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    NDC HCPCS Crosswalk

    This crosswalk is intended to help the public understand which drug products (identified by NDCs) are assigned to which HCPCS billing codes.

    NDC 70436-019-82 HCPCS crosswalk information with package details and bill units information.

    NDC Billing CodeHCPCS CodeHCPCS Code Desc.DosagePackage SizePackage QuantityBillable UnitsBillable Units / Pkg
    70436001982J0456Azithromycin500 MG110110

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 70436-019-82?

    The NDC Packaged Code 70436-019-82 is assigned to a package of 10 vial in 1 box / 5 ml in 1 vial of Azithromycin, a human prescription drug labeled by Slate Run Pharmaceuticals. The product's dosage form is injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution and is administered via intravenous form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package.

    Is NDC 70436-019 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Azithromycin with product code 70436-019 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Slate Run Pharmaceuticals on December 19, 2018 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 70436-019-82?

    The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 1.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 70436-019-82?

    The 11-digit format is 70436001982. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 5-3-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-3-270436-019-825-4-270436-0019-82