Not covered when performed with, or subsequent to, a non?covered service.
Code type
RARC (Remark)
Category
Non-Covered Service
Common CARC pairings
RARC N356 appears with a Claim Adjustment Reason Code (CARC) on the 835 electronic remittance advice and gives more detail about the adjustment. These are the CARCs most often paired with RARC N356.
| CARC | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 96 | Non-covered charge(s). 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.) Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present. |
| 160 | Injury/illness was the result of an activity that is a benefit exclusion. |
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