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CARC Code Reference

CARC 169: Alternate benefit has been provided.

Alternate benefit has been provided.

Group code CO, PI or PR
Category Plan Provision
Risk level High
Appealable Review Required

Common RARC pairings

RARCs (Remittance Advice Remark Codes) provide the specific reason detail alongside CARC 169 on the 835 electronic remittance. These are the RARCs seen most often with this CARC.

RARCMeaning
MA109 Claim processed in accordance with ambulatory surgical guidelines.
N10 Adjustment based on the findings of a review organization/professional consult/manual adjudication/medical advisor/dental advisor/peer review.

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