Nitrous Oxide Gas
NDC Package 59579-004-07

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Package Information

Nitrous Oxide gases is a human prescription drug administered via respiratory (inhalation) route. This formulation utilizes a gas delivery system. Marketed by Linde Gas & Equipment Inc., this product is identified by NDC 59579-004 and is authorized under FDA application NDA209989.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
59579-004-07
Package Description
2664 L in 1 CYLINDER
Product Code
11-Digit Billing Format
59579000407
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 312022 - nitrous oxide 99 % Gas for Inhalation

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Nitrous Oxide
Non-Proprietary Name
Nitrous Oxide
Substance Name
Nitrous Oxide
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)

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Linde Gas & Equipment Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA209989
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-01-2007
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
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 (59579-004). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

17987 L in 1 CYLINDER
15770 L in 1 CYLINDER
14784 L in 1 CYLINDER
9610 L in 1 CYLINDER
7885 L in 1 CYLINDER
4928 L in 1 CYLINDER
1725 L in 1 CYLINDER
1232 L in 1 CYLINDER
986 L in 1 CYLINDER
493 L in 1 CYLINDER
246 L in 1 CYLINDER
17248 L in 1 DEWAR
1971 L in 1 DEWAR
46816 L in 1 DEWAR
88458 L in 1 DEWAR
93632 L in 1 DEWAR
107667 L in 1 DEWAR
130099 L in 1 DEWAR
141680 L in 1 DEWAR
3670 L in 1 CYLINDER
4166 L in 1 CYLINDER
7880 L in 1 CYLINDER
9861 L in 1 CYLINDER
12667 L in 1 CYLINDER
13823 L in 1 CYLINDER
14814 L in 1 CYLINDER
15804 L in 1 CYLINDER
17683 L in 1 CYLINDER
18168 L in 1 CYLINDER
198 L in 1 CYLINDER
12667 L in 1 CYLINDER
692 L in 1 CYLINDER
832 L in 1 CYLINDER
20827 L in 1 CYLINDER
2034 L in 1 CYLINDER
17683 L in 1 CYLINDER

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 59579-004-07 identifies a specific commercial package of 2664 l in 1 cylinder of Nitrous Oxide, a human prescription drug labeled by Linde Gas & Equipment Inc.. This gas is formulated for respiratory (inhalation) use and contains nitrous oxide 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 Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. on October 01, 2007. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 59579000407. 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)
59579-004-07
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
59579-0004-07

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