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CARC P16: Medical provider not authorized/certified to provide treatment to injured workers in this jurisdiction. To be used for Workers' Compensation only. (Use with Group Code CO or OA)

Medical provider not authorized/certified to provide treatment to injured workers in this jurisdiction. To be used for Workers' Compensation only. (Use with Group Code CO or OA)

Group code CO or OA
Category Credentialing/Enrollment
Risk level High
Appealable Review Required

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