NCPDP Quantity Unit of Measure Terminology

**Semantic type:** Intellectual Product

**Definition:** A terminology subset for NCPDP that describes the intended or actual dispensed quantity unit of measure (e.g., 1 Pack, 1 Inhaler, 17 grams, 30 tablets, 473 ML, 3 Eaches). Upon billing, this data is translated to Milliliters, Grams, for Eaches. Days supply is not allowed as a prescribed quantity for eRx. (Dispensed quantity from claims likely constrained to these values).

**Synonyms:** - NCPDP QuantityUnitOfMeasure Terminology