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CARC Code Reference

CARC 250: The attachment/other documentation that was received was the incorrect attachment/document. The expected attachment/document is still missing. At least one Remark Code must be provided (may be comprised of either the NCPDP Reject Reason Code, or Remittance Advice Remark Code that is not an ALERT).

The attachment/other documentation that was received was the incorrect attachment/document. The expected attachment/document is still missing. At least one Remark Code must be provided (may be comprised of either the NCPDP Reject Reason Code, or Remittance Advice Remark Code that is not an ALERT).

Group code CO or PI
Category Documentation
Risk level High
Appealable Yes

Common RARC pairings

RARCs (Remittance Advice Remark Codes) provide the specific reason detail alongside CARC 250 on the 835 electronic remittance. These are the RARCs seen most often with this CARC.

RARCMeaning
M19 Missing oxygen certification/re-certification.
M23 Missing invoice.
M29 Missing operative note/report.
M30 Missing pathology report.
M31 Missing radiology report.
M60 Missing Certificate of Medical Necessity.
M124 Missing indication of whether the patient owns the equipment that requires the part or supply.
M127 Missing patient medical record for this service.

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