Cefepime
NDC Package 71288-009-20
Package Information
Cefepime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Marketed by Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc., this product is identified by NDC 71288-009 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA091048.
Identification & Billing
Clinical Specifications
Regulatory & Marketing
Hierarchy Structure
- 71288 - Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- 71288-009 - Cefepime
- 71288-009-20 - 10 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON / 1 INJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE (71288-009-21)
- 71288-009 - Cefepime
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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.
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 71288-009-20 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 vial, single-dose in 1 carton / 1 injection, powder, for solution in 1 vial, single-dose (71288-009-21) of Cefepime, labeled by Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc.. 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 Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc. on December 17, 2018. The current certification is valid through May 31, 2023.
What are the primary indications for this medication?
Cefepime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
How is this Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc. product billed for insurance claims?
For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 71288000920. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 10 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:
Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.