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This variable is contained in the following files:
SAS Name
PROD_SRVC_ID
This field identifies the dispensed drug using a National Drug Code (NDC).
The NDC is reported in NDC11 format. In instances where a pharmacy formulates a compound containing multiple NDC drugs, the NDC of the most expensive drug is used.
The NDC is reported in an 11-digit format, which is divided into three sections. The first five digits indicate the manufacturer or the labeler; the next four digits indicate the ingredient, strength, dosage form and route of administration; and the last two digits indicate the packaging.
The FDA assigns the manufacturer portion of the code; the manufacturer supplies the rest.
NDC code in the following format: MMMMMDDDDPP followed by 8 spaces.
CMS rejects the following codes: 99999999999, 99999999992, 99999999993, 99999999994, 99999999995 and 99999999996.
Source: PDE