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RARC Code Reference

RARC N390: This service/report cannot be billed separately.

This service/report cannot be billed separately.

Code type RARC (Remark)
Category Non-Covered Service

Common CARC pairings

RARCs like N390 ride alongside CARCs on the 835 electronic remittance advice. These are the CARC denials RARC N390 is most often paired with.

CARCMeaning
49 This is a non-covered service because it is a routine/preventive exam or a diagnostic/screening procedure done in conjunction with a routine/preventive exam. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
97 The benefit for this service is included in the payment/allowance for another service/procedure that has already been adjudicated. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
234 This procedure is not paid separately. 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.)
P14 The Benefit for this Service is included in the payment/allowance for another service/procedure that has been performed on the same day. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present. To be used for Property and Casualty only.

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