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CARC 273: Coverage/program guidelines were exceeded.

Coverage/program guidelines were exceeded.

Group code CO, PI or PR
Category Medical Necessity
Risk level High
Appealable Yes

Common RARC pairings

RARCs (Remittance Advice Remark Codes) provide the specific reason detail alongside CARC 273 on the 835 electronic remittance. These are the RARCs seen most often with this CARC.

RARCMeaning
M13 Only one initial visit is covered per specialty per medical group.
N10 Adjustment based on the findings of a review organization/professional consult/manual adjudication/medical advisor/dental advisor/peer review.
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.
N362 The number of Days or Units of Service exceeds our acceptable maximum.
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.
N411 This service is allowed one time in a 6-month period.
N412 This service is allowed 2 times in a 12-month period.
N435 Exceeds number/frequency approved /allowed within time period without support documentation.

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