Leader Poly Bacitracin Ointment
NDC Package 70000-0694-1

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

Package Information

Leader Poly Bacitracin (bacitracin zinc polymixin b sulfate) ointment is clean the affected area and dry thoroughlyApply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times dailyMay be covered with a sterile bandage. This formulation utilizes a ointment delivery system. Marketed by Cardinal Health 110 Dba Leader, this product is identified by NDC 70000-0694 and is authorized under FDA application M004.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
70000-0694-1
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 BOX / 28 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
70000-0694
11-Digit Billing Format
70000069401
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
28 GM
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 308512 - bacitracin 500 UNT / polymyxin B 10,000 UNT per GM Topical Ointment
  • RxCUI: 308512 - bacitracin 0.5 UNT/MG / polymyxin B 10 UNT/MG Topical Ointment

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Leader Poly Bacitracin
Non-Proprietary Name
Bacitracin Zinc Polymixin B Sulfate
Substance Name
Bacitracin Zinc; Polymyxin B Sulfate
Dosage Form
Ointment - A semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing <20% water and volatiles5 and >50% hydrocarbons, waxes, or polyols as the vehicle. This dosage form is generally for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.
Administration Route
Topical - Administration to a particular spot on the outer surface of the body. The E2B term TRANSMAMMARY is a subset of the term TOPICAL.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Clean the affected area and dry thoroughlyApply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times dailyMay be covered with a sterile bandage

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cardinal Health 110 Dba Leader
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M004
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
08-15-2024
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
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 70000-0694-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 box / 28 g in 1 tube of Leader Poly Bacitracin, a human over the counter drug labeled by Cardinal Health 110 Dba Leader. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 28 billable units per package. This ointment is formulated for topical use and contains bacitracin zinc; polymyxin b sulfate 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 Cardinal Health 110 Dba Leader on August 15, 2024. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Cardinal Health 110 Dba Leader product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 70000069401. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 28 total billable units per package. 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 (5-4-1)
70000-0694-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
70000-0694-01

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