Rilutek
NDC Package 70515-700-60

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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.

Rilutek is a medication used to treat a certain type of nerve disease called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, also commonly called Lou Gehrig's disease). Marketed by Covis Pharma Us, Inc, this product is identified by NDC 70515-700 and is authorized under FDA application NDA020599.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
70515-700-60
Package Description
1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 60 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
70515-700
11-Digit Billing Format
70515070060
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Rilutek
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a certain type of nerve disease called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, also commonly called Lou Gehrig's disease). Riluzole helps to slow down the worsening of this disease and prolong survival. However, it is not a cure for ALS, and it does not reverse nerve damage or muscle weakness. Riluzole is thought to work by protecting the nerves in the brain and spinal cord from too much of a natural substance called glutamate that may be part of the cause of nerve damage.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Covis Pharma Us, Inc
FDA Application #
NDA020599
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-01-2016
End Marketing Date
05-31-2024
Listing Expiration
05-31-2024
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 70515-700-60 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle in 1 carton / 60 tablet in 1 bottle of Rilutek, labeled by Covis Pharma Us, Inc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package. 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 Covis Pharma Us, Inc on August 01, 2016. The current certification is valid through May 31, 2024.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a certain type of nerve disease called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, also commonly called Lou Gehrig's disease). Riluzole helps to slow down the worsening of this disease and prolong survival. However, it is not a cure for ALS, and it does not reverse nerve damage or muscle weakness. Riluzole is thought to work by protecting the nerves in the brain and spinal cord from too much of a natural substance called glutamate that may be part of the cause of nerve damage.

How is this Covis Pharma Us, Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 70515070060. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1 total billable units per package. 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)
70515-700-60
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
70515-0700-60

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