Calcium Acetate
NDC Package 76237-280-30

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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.

Calcium Acetate is used to prevent high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. Marketed by Mckesson Contract Packaging, this product is identified by NDC 76237-280 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA077728.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
76237-280-30
Package Description
6 BLISTER PACK in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE / 5 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
76237-280
11-Digit Billing Format
76237028030

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Calcium Acetate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Calcium acetate is used to prevent high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. Dialysis removes some phosphate from your blood, but it is difficult to remove enough to keep your phosphate levels balanced. Decreasing blood phosphate levels can help keep your bones strong, prevent unsafe buildup of minerals in your body, and possibly decrease the risk of heart disease and strokes that can result from high phosphate levels. Calcium acetate is a natural mineral that works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Mckesson Contract Packaging
FDA Application #
ANDA077728
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
02-26-2008
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 76237-280-30 identifies a specific commercial package of 6 blister pack in 1 box, unit-dose / 5 capsule in 1 blister pack of Calcium Acetate, 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 February 26, 2008. The current certification is valid through September 30, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Calcium acetate is used to prevent high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. Dialysis removes some phosphate from your blood, but it is difficult to remove enough to keep your phosphate levels balanced. Decreasing blood phosphate levels can help keep your bones strong, prevent unsafe buildup of minerals in your body, and possibly decrease the risk of heart disease and strokes that can result from high phosphate levels. Calcium acetate is a natural mineral that works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 76237028030. 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)
76237-280-30
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
76237-0280-30

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