Nitrogen
NDC Package 52003-016-20

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

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Nitrogen is a . Marketed by Messer Canada Inc., this product is identified by NDC 52003-016.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
52003-016-20
Package Description
25000 L in 1 TANK
Product Code
52003-016
11-Digit Billing Format
52003001620
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 347021 - nitrogen 99.5 % Gas for Inhalation

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Nitrogen
Dosage Form
-

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Messer Canada Inc.
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED MEDICAL GAS - A category specifying that a product is marketed as unapproved medical gas.
Start Marketing Date
01-01-1960
Listing Expiration
12-31-2025
Exclude Flag
I
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 52003-016-20 identifies a specific commercial package of 25000 l in 1 tank of Nitrogen, labeled by Messer Canada Inc.. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Messer Canada Inc. on January 01, 1960. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2025.

How is this Messer Canada Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 52003001620. 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)
52003-016-20
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
52003-0016-20

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