Air Gas
NDC Package 72276-005-01

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

Package Information

Air gases is a human prescription drug administered via respiratory (inhalation) route. This formulation utilizes a gas delivery system. Marketed by Mitchell Welding Supply Dba Meritus Texas, this product is identified by NDC 72276-005 and is authorized under FDA application NDA205765.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
72276-005-01
Package Description
190 L in 1 CYLINDER
Product Code
72276-005
11-Digit Billing Format
72276000501
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 347856 - oxygen 21 % Gas for Inhalation

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Air
Non-Proprietary Name
Air
Substance Name
Oxygen
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)
OXYGEN 210 mL/L

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Mitchell Welding Supply Dba Meritus Texas
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA205765
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-01-2020
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 72276-005-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 190 l in 1 cylinder of Air, a human prescription drug labeled by Mitchell Welding Supply Dba Meritus Texas. This gas is formulated for respiratory (inhalation) use and contains oxygen 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 Mitchell Welding Supply Dba Meritus Texas on January 01, 2020. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Mitchell Welding Supply Dba Meritus Texas product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 72276000501. 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)
72276-005-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
72276-0005-01

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