How does RARC MA02 pair with CARCs?

RARC MA02 is a remark code that appears alongside CARCs on the 835 electronic remittance advice to provide detail about the adjustment.

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RARC Code Reference

RARC MA02: Alert: If you do not agree with this determination, you have the right to appeal. You must file a written request for an appeal within 180 days of the date you receive this notice.

By Mindy Corbett, CSPO, CPC, CPB, CPPM · Last updated: August 2026

Alert: If you do not agree with this determination, you have the right to appeal. You must file a written request for an appeal within 180 days of the date you receive this notice.

Code type RARC (Remark)

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