Atorvastatin Calcium Tablet, Film Coated
NDC Package 82137-017-01

11-digit billing NDC: 82137001701
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    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Atorvastatin Calcium tablets is indicated:To reduce the risk of:o Myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, revascularization procedures, and angina in adults with multiple risk factors for coronary heart disease (CHD) but without clinically evident CHD.o MI and stroke in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus with multiple risk factors for CHD but without clinically evident CHD.o Non-fatal MI, fatal and non-fatal stroke, revascularization procedures, hospitalization for congestive heart failure, and angina in adults with clinically evident CHD.As an adjunct to diet to reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL-C) in:o Adults with primary hyperlipidemia.o Adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).As an adjunct to other LDL-C-lowering therapies, or alone if such treatments are unavailable to reduce LDL-C in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH).As an adjunct to diet for the treatment of adults with:o Primary dysbetalipoproteinemia.o Hypertriglyceridemia. This formulation utilizes a tablet, film coated delivery system. Marketed by Lepu Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd., this product is identified by NDC 82137-017 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA216848.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
82137-017-01
Package Description
90 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
82137-017
11-Digit Billing Format
82137001701
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Atorvastatin Calcium
Non-Proprietary Name
Atorvastatin Calcium
Substance Name
Atorvastatin Calcium Trihydrate
Dosage Form
Tablet, Film Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is coated with a thin layer of a water-insoluble or water-soluble polymer.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
ATORVASTATIN CALCIUM TRIHYDRATE 20 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Atorvastatin calcium tablets is indicated:To reduce the risk of:o Myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, revascularization procedures, and angina in adults with multiple risk factors for coronary heart disease (CHD) but without clinically evident CHD.o MI and stroke in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus with multiple risk factors for CHD but without clinically evident CHD.o Non-fatal MI, fatal and non-fatal stroke, revascularization procedures, hospitalization for congestive heart failure, and angina in adults with clinically evident CHD.As an adjunct to diet to reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL-C) in:o Adults with primary hyperlipidemia.o Adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).As an adjunct to other LDL-C-lowering therapies, or alone if such treatments are unavailable to reduce LDL-C in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH).As an adjunct to diet for the treatment of adults with:o Primary dysbetalipoproteinemia.o Hypertriglyceridemia.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Lepu Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA216848
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
11-01-2022
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 82137-017-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 90 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Atorvastatin Calcium, a human prescription drug labeled by Lepu Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd.. This tablet, film coated is formulated for oral use and contains atorvastatin calcium trihydrate 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 Lepu Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd. on November 01, 2022. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Lepu Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 82137001701. 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)
82137-017-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
82137-0017-01

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