Ampicillin And Sulbactam Injection, Powder, For Solution
NDC Package 71288-032-92

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

Ampicillin And Sulbactam (ampicillin sodium and sulbactam sodium) injection is ampicillin and sulbactam for injection is indicated for the treatment of infections due to susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below.Skin and Skin Structure Infections caused by beta-lactamase producing strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli,* Klebsiella spp.* (including K. This formulation utilizes a injection, powder, for solution delivery system. Marketed by Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc., this product is identified by NDC 71288-032 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065222.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
71288-032-92
Package Description
10 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON / 1 INJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE (71288-032-91)
Product Code
71288-032
11-Digit Billing Format
71288003292
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
10 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Ampicillin And Sulbactam
Non-Proprietary Name
Ampicillin Sodium And Sulbactam Sodium
Substance Name
Ampicillin Sodium; Sulbactam Sodium
Dosage Form
Injection, Powder, For Solution - A sterile preparation intended for reconstitution to form a solution for parenteral use.
Administration Route
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Ampicillin and sulbactam for injection is indicated for the treatment of infections due to susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below.Skin and Skin Structure Infections caused by beta-lactamase producing strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli,* Klebsiella spp.* (including K. pneumoniae*), Proteus mirabilis,* Bacteroides fragilis,* Enterobacter spp.,* and Acinetobacter calcoaceticus.*NOTE: For information on use in pediatric patients (see PRECAUTIONS-Pediatric Use and CLINICAL STUDIES sections).Intra-Abdominal Infections caused by beta-lactamase producing strains of Escherichia coli, Klebsiella spp. (including K. pneumoniae*), Bacteroides spp. (including B. fragilis), and Enterobacter spp.*Gynecological Infections caused by beta-lactamase producing strains of Escherichia coli,* and Bacteroides spp.* (including B. fragilis*).* Efficacy for this organism in this organ system was studied in fewer than 10 infections.While ampicillin and sulbactam for injection is indicated only for the conditions listed above, infections caused by ampicillin-susceptible organisms are also amenable to treatment with ampicillin and sulbactam for injection due to its ampicillin content. Therefore, mixed infections caused by ampicillin-susceptible organisms and beta-lactamase producing organisms susceptible to ampicillin and sulbactam for injection should not require the addition of another antibacterial.Appropriate culture and susceptibility tests should be performed before treatment in order to isolate and identify the organisms causing infection and to determine their susceptibility to ampicillin and sulbactam for injection.Therapy may be instituted prior to obtaining the results from bacteriological and susceptibility studies when there is reason to believe the infection may involve any of the beta-lactamase producing organisms listed above in the indicated organ systems. Once the results are known, therapy should be adjusted if appropriate.To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain effectiveness of ampicillin and sulbactam for injection and other antibacterial drugs, ampicillin and sulbactam for injection should be used only to treat infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA065222
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
11-29-2005
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.

J0295
Source: PDAC
INJECTION, AMPICILLIN SODIUM/SULBACTAM SODIUM, PER 1.5 GM
HCPCS Dosage 1.5 GM
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 (71288-032). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

71288-032-21
10 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON / 1 INJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE (71288-032-20)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 71288-032-92 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 vial, single-dose in 1 carton / 1 injection, powder, for solution in 1 vial, single-dose (71288-032-91) of Ampicillin And Sulbactam, a human prescription drug labeled by Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 10 billable units per package. This injection, powder, for solution is formulated for intramuscular; intravenous use and contains ampicillin sodium; sulbactam sodium 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 Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc. on November 29, 2005. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 71288003292. 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:

10-Digit Format (5-3-2)
71288-032-92
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
71288-0032-92

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