Lactated Ringers Irrigant
NDC Package 0338-0137-29

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

Package Information

Lactated Ringers (sodium chloride, soldium lactate, potassium chloride and calcium chloride) irrigants is lactated Ringer’s Irrigation is indicated for use as an arthroscopic irrigating fluid with endoscopic instruments during arthroscopic procedures requiring distension and irrigation of the knee, shoulder, elbow, or other bone joints. This formulation utilizes a irrigant delivery system. Marketed by Baxter Healthcare Company, this product is identified by NDC 0338-0137 and is authorized under FDA application NDA018921.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0338-0137-29
Package Description
5000 mL in 1 BAG
Product Code
0338-0137
11-Digit Billing Format
00338013729
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
5000 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 847628 - calcium chloride 20 MG / potassium chloride 30 MG / sodium chloride 600 MG / sodium lactate 310 MG in 100 mL lactated Ringer's Irrigation Solution
  • RxCUI: 847628 - calcium chloride 0.2 MG/ML / potassium chloride 0.3 MG/ML / sodium chloride 6 MG/ML / sodium lactate 3.1 MG/ML Irrigation Solution
  • RxCUI: 847628 - calcium chloride 0.2 MG/ML / K+ chloride 0.3 MG/ML / NaCl 6 MG/ML / sodium lactate 3.1 MG/ML Irrigation Solution
  • RxCUI: 847628 - calcium chloride 0.2 MG/ML / Pot chloride 0.3 MG/ML / NaCl 6 MG/ML / sodium lactate 3.1 MG/ML Irrigation Solution
  • RxCUI: 847628 - calcium chloride 20 MG / potassium chloride 30 MG / sodium chloride 600 MG / sodium lactate 310 MG per 100 ML Ringer's Irrigation Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Lactated Ringers
Non-Proprietary Name
Sodium Chloride, Soldium Lactate, Potassium Chloride And Calcium Chloride
Substance Name
Calcium Chloride; Potassium Chloride; Sodium Chloride; Sodium Lactate
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
Lactated Ringer’s Irrigation is indicated for use as an arthroscopic irrigating fluid with endoscopic instruments during arthroscopic procedures requiring distension and irrigation of the knee, shoulder, elbow, or other bone joints.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Baxter Healthcare Company
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA018921
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-03-1984
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 (0338-0137). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

0338-0137-27
3000 mL in 1 BAG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0338-0137-29 identifies a specific commercial package of 5000 ml in 1 bag of Lactated Ringers, a human prescription drug labeled by Baxter Healthcare Company. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 5000 billable units per package. This irrigant is formulated for irrigation use and contains calcium chloride; potassium chloride; sodium chloride; sodium lactate 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 Company on April 03, 1984. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00338013729. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 5000 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)
0338-0137-29
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00338-0137-29

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