Bss Solution
NDC Package 0065-0795-50

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Bss (balanced salt solution) solution is for use as an extraocular and intraocular irrigating solution during ocular surgical procedure involving perfusion of the eye with an expected maximum duration of less than 60 minutes. This formulation utilizes a solution delivery system. Marketed by Alcon Laboratories, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 0065-0795 and is authorized under FDA application NDA020742.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0065-0795-50
Package Description
500 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
0065-0795
11-Digit Billing Format
00065079550
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
500 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 806392 - calcium chloride 0.048 % / magnesium chloride 0.03 % / potassium chloride 0.075 % / sodium acetate 0.39 % / sodium chloride 0.64 % / sodium citrate 0.17 % Ophthalmic Solution
  • RxCUI: 806392 - calcium chloride 0.004 MEQ/ML / magnesium chloride 0.003 MEQ/ML / potassium chloride 0.01 MEQ/ML / sodium acetate 0.0475 MEQ/ML / sodium chloride 0.109 MEQ/ML / sodium citrate 0.012 MEQ/ML Ophthalmic Solution
  • RxCUI: 806392 - Calcium Chloride 0.004 MEQ/ML / Magnesium Chloride 0.003 MEQ/ML / K+ Chloride 0.01 MEQ/ML / Sodium Acetate 0.0475 MEQ/ML / NaCl 0.109 MEQ/ML / sodium citrate 0.012 MEQ/ML Ophthalmic Solution
  • RxCUI: 806392 - Calcium Chloride 0.004 MEQ/ML / Magnesium Chloride 0.003 MEQ/ML / Pot Chloride 0.01 MEQ/ML / Sodium Acetate 0.0475 MEQ/ML / NaCl 0.109 MEQ/ML / sodium citrate 0.012 MEQ/ML Ophthalmic Solution
  • RxCUI: 806396 - BSS Sterile Irrigating 0.048 % / 0.03 % / 0.075 % / 0.39 % / 0.64 % / 0.17 % Ophthalmic Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Bss
Non-Proprietary Name
Balanced Salt Solution
Substance Name
Calcium Chloride; Magnesium Chloride; Potassium Chloride; Sodium Acetate; Sodium Chloride; Sodium Citrate
Dosage Form
Solution - A clear, homogeneous liquid1 dosage form that contains one or more chemical substances dissolved in a solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents.
Administration Route
Ophthalmic - Administration to the external eye.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
For use as an extraocular and intraocular irrigating solution during ocular surgical procedure involving perfusion of the eye with an expected maximum duration of less than 60 minutes.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Alcon Laboratories, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA020742
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-28-1969
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (0065-0795). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

0065-0795-15
15 mL in 1 BOTTLE
0065-0795-25
250 mL in 1 BOTTLE
0065-0795-30
30 mL in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0065-0795-50 identifies a specific commercial package of 500 ml in 1 bottle of Bss, a human prescription drug labeled by Alcon Laboratories, Inc.. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 500 billable units per package. This solution is formulated for ophthalmic use and contains calcium chloride; magnesium chloride; potassium chloride; sodium acetate; sodium chloride; sodium citrate 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 Alcon Laboratories, Inc. on March 28, 1969. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Alcon Laboratories, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00065079550. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 500 total billable units per package. 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 (4-4-2)
0065-0795-50
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00065-0795-50

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