Deactivated: CARC 15 was deactivated on May 1, 2018. Payers should no longer use this code. Active replacement codes: CARC 296, CARC 297.
The authorization number is missing, invalid, or does not apply to the billed services or provider.
Group code
CO or PI
Category
Authorization/Referral
Risk level
Low
Appealable
No - Correction Required
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