Folic Acid
NDC Package 76237-160-30

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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.

Folic Acid is the man-made form of folate. Marketed by Mckesson Contract Packaging, this product is identified by NDC 76237-160 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA090035.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
76237-160-30
Package Description
6 BLISTER PACK in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE / 5 TABLET in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
76237-160
11-Digit Billing Format
76237016030

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Folic Acid
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Folic acid is the man-made form of folate. Folate is a B-vitamin naturally found in some foods. It is needed to form healthy cells, especially red blood cells. Folic acid supplements may come in different forms (such as L-methylfolate, levomefolate, methyltetrahydrofolate). They are used to treat or prevent low folate levels. Low folate levels can lead to certain types of anemia. Conditions that can cause low folate levels include poor diet, pregnancy, alcoholism, liver disease, certain stomach/intestinal problems, kidney dialysis, among others. Women of childbearing age should receive adequate amounts of folic acid either through their diet or supplements to prevent infant spinal cord birth defects.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Mckesson Contract Packaging
FDA Application #
ANDA090035
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
06-09-2009
End Marketing Date
09-30-2017
Listing Expiration
09-30-2017
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 76237-160-30 identifies a specific commercial package of 6 blister pack in 1 box, unit-dose / 5 tablet in 1 blister pack of Folic Acid, labeled by Mckesson Contract Packaging. 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 Mckesson Contract Packaging on June 09, 2009. The current certification is valid through September 30, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Folic acid is the man-made form of folate. Folate is a B-vitamin naturally found in some foods. It is needed to form healthy cells, especially red blood cells. Folic acid supplements may come in different forms (such as L-methylfolate, levomefolate, methyltetrahydrofolate). They are used to treat or prevent low folate levels. Low folate levels can lead to certain types of anemia. Conditions that can cause low folate levels include poor diet, pregnancy, alcoholism, liver disease, certain stomach/intestinal problems, kidney dialysis, among others. Women of childbearing age should receive adequate amounts of folic acid either through their diet or supplements to prevent infant spinal cord birth defects.

How is this Mckesson Contract Packaging product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 76237016030. 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)
76237-160-30
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
76237-0160-30

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