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CARC Code Reference

CARC 184: The prescribing/ordering provider is not eligible to prescribe/order the service billed. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.

The prescribing/ordering provider is not eligible to prescribe/order the service billed. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.

Group code CO, PI or PR
Category Credentialing/Enrollment
Risk level High
Appealable Yes

Common RARC pairings

RARCs (Remittance Advice Remark Codes) provide the specific reason detail alongside CARC 184 on the 835 electronic remittance. These are the RARCs seen most often with this CARC.

RARCMeaning
M115 This item is denied when provided to this patient by a non-contract or non-demonstration supplier.
N386 This decision was based on a National Coverage Determination (NCD). An NCD provides a coverage determination as to whether a particular item or service is covered. Visit CMS.gov and search for Medicare Coverage Database to find a copy of the policy.
N574 Our records indicate the ordering/referring provider is of a type/specialty that cannot order or refer. Please verify that the claim ordering/referring provider information is accurate or contact the ordering/referring provider.
N767 The Medicaid state requires provider to be enrolled in the member's Medicaid state program prior to any claim benefits being processed.
N790 Provider/supplier not accredited for product/service.
N799 Submitted identifier must be an individual identifier, not group identifier.
N808 Not covered for this provider type / provider specialty.

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