Service was not prescribed prior to delivery.
Group code
CO, PI or PR
Category
Documentation
Risk level
High
Appealable
Yes
Common RARC pairings
RARCs (Remittance Advice Remark Codes) provide the specific reason detail alongside CARC 174 on the 835 electronic remittance. These are the RARCs seen most often with this CARC.
| RARC | Meaning |
|---|---|
| N115 | This decision was based on a Local Coverage Determination (LCD). An LCD provides a guide to assist in determining whether a particular item or service is covered. A copy of this policy is available at www.cms.gov/mcd, or if you do not have web access, you may contact the contractor to request a copy of the LCD. |
| N667 | Missing prescription. |
| N668 | Incomplete/invalid prescription. |
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