Meropenem And Sodium Chloride Injection, Solution
NDC Package 0264-3183-11

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Meropenem And Sodium Chloride injection is meropenem is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This formulation utilizes a injection, solution delivery system. Marketed by B. Braun Medical Inc., this product is identified by NDC 0264-3183 and is authorized under FDA application NDA202106.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0264-3183-11
Package Description
24 CONTAINER in 1 CASE / 50 mL in 1 CONTAINER
Product Code
0264-3183
11-Digit Billing Format
00264318311
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Meropenem And Sodium Chloride
Non-Proprietary Name
Meropenem And Sodium Chloride
Substance Name
Meropenem
Dosage Form
Injection, Solution - A liquid preparation containing one or more drug substances dissolved in a suitable solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents that is suitable for injection.
Administration Route
Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Active Ingredient(s)
MEROPENEM 500 mg/50mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Meropenem is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a carbapenem-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
B. Braun Medical Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA202106
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-30-2015
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Billing & HCPCS Mapping

To facilitate insurance claims and reimbursement, this drug package is mapped to specific HCPCS administrative codes. This crosswalk aligns clinical data with the billing standards used in ASP (Average Sales Price), AWP, and OPPS payment systems. Use the cards below to identify the correct billable units for provider claims.

J2184
Source: PDAC
INJECTION, MEROPENEM (B. BRAUN) NOT THERAPEUTICALLY EQUIVALENT TO J2185, 100 MG
HCPCS Dosage 100 MG
Units / Pkg

Note for Medical Coders: These mappings are synthesized from various CMS datasets including OPPS, PrEP, and DAC (Data Analysis and Coding) contractors. Always confirm unit conversions against the current quarter's pricing files before final submission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0264-3183-11 identifies a specific commercial package of 24 container in 1 case / 50 ml in 1 container of Meropenem And Sodium Chloride, a human prescription drug labeled by B. Braun Medical Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package. This injection, solution is formulated for intravenous use and contains meropenem 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 B. Braun Medical Inc. on April 30, 2015. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Meropenem is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a carbapenem-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

How is this B. Braun Medical Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00264318311. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1 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)
0264-3183-11
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00264-3183-11

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