What is pharmaceutical central number in SAP FS-CM - Claims Management?

SAP Term: pharmaceutical central number

• Component: FS-CM

• Component Name: Claims Management

• Description: ID used throughout Germany for articles sold in pharmacies.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A pharmaceutical central number (PCN) is a unique identifier assigned to a pharmaceutical product by the manufacturer. It is used to identify the product in the supply chain and to facilitate communication between manufacturers, wholesalers, and pharmacies. In SAP FS-CM Claims Management, PCNs are used to identify products in claims processing.
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP FS-CM Claims Management, PCNs are used to identify products in claims processing. When a claim is submitted, the PCN is used to match the product with its corresponding information in the system. This information includes pricing, reimbursement rates, and other relevant data. The PCN is also used to track the product throughout the claims process.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When submitting a claim, make sure that the PCN is accurate and up-to-date. This will ensure that the claim is processed quickly and accurately. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes in PCNs for products that have been previously submitted in claims.
  
  Related Information: 
  The National Drug Code (NDC) is another unique identifier used to identify pharmaceutical products in the supply chain. The NDC is assigned by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is used in conjunction with PCNs for claims processing in SAP FS-CM Claims Management.