Alcohol Wipe Swab
NDC Package 79903-227-40

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

Package Information

Alcohol Wipe (isopropyl alcohol) swabs is first aid to help prevent the risk of infection in minor cuts, scrapes or burns. This formulation utilizes a swab delivery system. Marketed by Walmart Inc., this product is identified by NDC 79903-227 and is authorized under FDA application M003.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
79903-227-40
Package Description
40 PACKET in 1 CANISTER / 1 mL in 1 PACKET
Product Code
79903-227
11-Digit Billing Format
79903022740
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Alcohol Wipe
Non-Proprietary Name
Isopropyl Alcohol
Substance Name
Isopropyl Alcohol
Dosage Form
Swab - A small piece of relatively flat absorbent material that contains a drug. A swab may also be attached to one end of a small stick. A swab is typically used for applying medication or for cleansing.
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)
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL 70 mL/100mL
Usage Information
First aid to help prevent the risk of infection in minor cuts, scrapes or burns.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Walmart Inc.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M003
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
09-29-2023
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
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 79903-227-40 identifies a specific commercial package of 40 packet in 1 canister / 1 ml in 1 packet of Alcohol Wipe, a human over the counter drug labeled by Walmart Inc.. This swab is formulated for topical use and contains isopropyl alcohol 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 Walmart Inc. on September 29, 2023. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Walmart Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 79903022740. 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)
79903-227-40
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
79903-0227-40

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