Carbon Dioxide Gas
NDC Package 45149-014-01

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

Package Information

Carbon Dioxide gases is classified as a

administered via respiratory (inhalation) route. This formulation utilizes a gas delivery system. Marketed by Messer Merchant Production Llc, this product is identified by NDC 45149-014 and is authorized under FDA application NDA205815.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
45149-014-01
Package Description
18770 L in 1 TANK
Product Code
45149-014
11-Digit Billing Format
45149001401
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 309004 - carbon dioxide 99 % Gas for Inhalation

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Carbon Dioxide
Non-Proprietary Name
Carbon Dioxide
Substance Name
Carbon Dioxide
Dosage Form
Gas - Any elastic aeriform fluid in which the molecules are separated from one another and so have free paths.
Administration Route
Respiratory (inhalation) - Administration within the respiratory tract by inhaling orally or nasally for local or systemic effect.
Active Ingredient(s)
CARBON DIOXIDE 990 mL/L
Pharmacologic Class

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Messer Merchant Production Llc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA205815
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-01-1965
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
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 45149-014-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 18770 l in 1 tank of Carbon Dioxide, a human prescription drug labeled by Messer Merchant Production Llc. This gas is formulated for respiratory (inhalation) use and contains carbon dioxide 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 Messer Merchant Production Llc on January 01, 1965. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Messer Merchant Production Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 45149001401. 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 (5-3-2)
45149-014-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
45149-0014-01

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