Ringers Irrigant
NDC Package 0338-0104-04

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Ringers (sodium chloride, calcium chloride, potassium chloride,) irrigants is isotonic solution for irrigation only. This formulation utilizes a irrigant delivery system. Marketed by Baxter Healthcare Corporation, this product is identified by NDC 0338-0104 and is authorized under FDA application NDA018495.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0338-0104-04
Package Description
12 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON / 1000 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
0338-0104
11-Digit Billing Format
00338010404
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 847621 - calcium chloride 33 MG / potassium chloride 30 MG / sodium chloride 860 MG in 100 ML Ringer's Irrigation Solution
  • RxCUI: 847621 - calcium chloride 0.33 MG/ML / potassium chloride 0.3 MG/ML / sodium chloride 8.6 MG/ML Irrigation Solution
  • RxCUI: 847621 - calcium chloride 0.33 MG/ML / K+ chloride 0.3 MG/ML / NaCl 8.6 MG/ML Irrigation Solution
  • RxCUI: 847621 - calcium chloride 0.33 MG/ML / Pot chloride 0.3 MG/ML / NaCl 8.6 MG/ML Irrigation Solution
  • RxCUI: 847621 - calcium chloride 33 MG / potassium chloride 30 MG / sodium chloride 860 MG per 100 ML Irrigation Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Ringers
Non-Proprietary Name
Sodium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Potassium Chloride,
Substance Name
Calcium Chloride; Potassium Chloride; Sodium Chloride
Dosage Form
Irrigant - A sterile solution intended to bathe or flush open wounds or body cavities; they're used topically, never parenterally.
Administration Route
Irrigation - Administration to bathe or flush open wounds or body cavities.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Isotonic solution for irrigation only. Not for injection.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA018495
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
02-19-1982
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0338-0104-04 identifies a specific commercial package of 12 bottle, plastic in 1 carton / 1000 ml in 1 bottle, plastic of Ringers, a human prescription drug labeled by Baxter Healthcare Corporation. This irrigant is formulated for irrigation use and contains calcium chloride; potassium chloride; sodium chloride 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 Baxter Healthcare Corporation on February 19, 1982. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Baxter Healthcare Corporation product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00338010404. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
0338-0104-04
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00338-0104-04

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