Nitrogen Gas
NDC Package 52279-002-05

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

Package Information

Nitrogen gases is a human prescription drug administered via respiratory (inhalation) route. This formulation utilizes a gas delivery system. Marketed by Wesco Gas & Welding Supply, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 52279-002 and is authorized under FDA application NDA205713.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
52279-002-05
Package Description
200 L in 1 CYLINDER
Product Code
52279-002
11-Digit Billing Format
52279000205
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 311998 - nitrogen 99 % Gas for Inhalation

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Nitrogen
Non-Proprietary Name
Nitrogen
Substance Name
Nitrogen
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)
NITROGEN 990 mL/L

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Wesco Gas & Welding Supply, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA205713
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-01-2002
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 (52279-002). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

52279-002-02
300 L in 1 CYLINDER
52279-002-03
160 L in 1 DEWAR
52279-002-04
180 L in 1 DEWAR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 52279-002-05 identifies a specific commercial package of 200 l in 1 cylinder of Nitrogen, a human prescription drug labeled by Wesco Gas & Welding Supply, Inc.. This gas is formulated for respiratory (inhalation) use and contains nitrogen 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 Wesco Gas & Welding Supply, Inc. on October 01, 2002. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Wesco Gas & Welding Supply, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 52279000205. 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)
52279-002-05
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
52279-0002-05

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