Blue Star Medicated Ointment
NDC Package 71687-2010-2

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Blue Star Medicated (camphor) ointment is use for temporarily relief of pain and itching associated with minor skin irritations. This formulation utilizes a ointment delivery system. Marketed by Focus Consumer Healthcare, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 71687-2010 and is authorized under FDA application M017.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
71687-2010-2
Package Description
1 JAR in 1 CARTON / 56 g in 1 JAR
Product Code
71687-2010
11-Digit Billing Format
71687201002
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Blue Star Medicated
Non-Proprietary Name
Camphor
Substance Name
Camphor (synthetic)
Dosage Form
Ointment - A semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing <20% water and volatiles5 and >50% hydrocarbons, waxes, or polyols as the vehicle. This dosage form is generally for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.
Administration Route
Topical - Administration to a particular spot on the outer surface of the body. The E2B term TRANSMAMMARY is a subset of the term TOPICAL.
Active Ingredient(s)
CAMPHOR (SYNTHETIC) 1.24 g/100g
Usage Information
Use for temporarily relief of pain and itching associated with minor skin irritations.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Focus Consumer Healthcare, Llc
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M017
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
10-13-2017
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
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 71687-2010-2 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 jar in 1 carton / 56 g in 1 jar of Blue Star Medicated, a human over the counter drug labeled by Focus Consumer Healthcare, Llc. This ointment is formulated for topical use and contains camphor (synthetic) 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 Focus Consumer Healthcare, Llc on October 13, 2017. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Focus Consumer Healthcare, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 71687201002. 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 (5-4-1)
71687-2010-2
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
71687-2010-02

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