Cyanocobalamin Injection
NDC Package 70512-840-25

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Cyanocobalamin injection is cyanocobalamin is indicated for vitamin B12 deficiencies due to malabsorption which may be associated with the following conditions:Addisonian (pernicious) anemiaGastrointestinal pathology, dysfunction, or surgery, including gluten enteropathy or sprue, small bowel bacteria overgrowth, total or partial gastrectomyFish tapeworm infestationMalignancy of pancreas or bowel Folic acid deficiency It may be possible to treat the underlying disease by surgical correction of anatomic lesions leading to small bowel bacterial overgrowth, expulsion of fish tapeworm, discontinuation of drugs leading to vitamin malabsorption (see Drug Interactions ), use of a gluten-free diet in nontropical sprue, or administration of antibiotics in tropical sprue.Such measures remove the need for long-term administration of cyanocobalamin. This formulation utilizes a injection delivery system. Marketed by Sola Pharmaceuticals, this product is identified by NDC 70512-840 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA215417.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
70512-840-25
Package Description
25 VIAL, MULTI-DOSE in 1 CARTON / 1 mL in 1 VIAL, MULTI-DOSE (70512-840-01)
Product Code
70512-840
11-Digit Billing Format
70512084025
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Cyanocobalamin
Non-Proprietary Name
Cyanocobalamin
Substance Name
Cyanocobalamin
Dosage Form
Injection - A sterile preparation intended for parenteral use; five distinct classes of injections exist as defined by the USP.
Administration Route
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Subcutaneous - Administration beneath the skin; hypodermic. Synonymous with the term SUBDERMAL.
Active Ingredient(s)
CYANOCOBALAMIN 1000 ug/mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Cyanocobalamin is indicated for vitamin B12 deficiencies due to malabsorption which may be associated with the following conditions:Addisonian (pernicious) anemiaGastrointestinal pathology, dysfunction, or surgery, including gluten enteropathy or sprue, small bowel bacteria overgrowth, total or partial gastrectomyFish tapeworm infestationMalignancy of pancreas or bowel Folic acid deficiency It may be possible to treat the underlying disease by surgical correction of anatomic lesions leading to small bowel bacterial overgrowth, expulsion of fish tapeworm, discontinuation of drugs leading to vitamin malabsorption (see Drug Interactions ), use of a gluten-free diet in nontropical sprue, or administration of antibiotics in tropical sprue.Such measures remove the need for long-term administration of cyanocobalamin. Requirements of vitamin B12 in excess of normal (due to pregnancy, thyrotoxicosis, hemolytic anemia, hemorrhage, malignancy, hepatic and renal disease) can usually be met with oral supplementation.Cyanocobalamin Injection, USP is also suitable for the vitamin B12 absorption test (Schilling test).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Sola Pharmaceuticals
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA215417
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-03-2022
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.

J3420
Source: PDAC
INJECTION, VITAMIN B-12 CYANOCOBALAMIN, UP TO 1000 MCG
HCPCS Dosage 1000 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 70512-840-25 identifies a specific commercial package of 25 vial, multi-dose in 1 carton / 1 ml in 1 vial, multi-dose (70512-840-01) of Cyanocobalamin, a human prescription drug labeled by Sola Pharmaceuticals. This injection is formulated for intramuscular; subcutaneous use and contains cyanocobalamin 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 Sola Pharmaceuticals on August 03, 2022. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Sola Pharmaceuticals product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 70512084025. 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)
70512-840-25
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
70512-0840-25

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