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CO-209

CARC General
Quick Facts
Code
CO-209
Type
CARC
Category
General
Status
Active

What Does This Code Mean?

Per regulatory or other agreement. The provider cannot collect this amount from the patient. However, this amount may be billed to subsequent payer. Refund to patient if collected. (Use only with Group code OA)

Common Causes

  • Payer-specific processing rule or historical/administrative code
  • May require payer contact for full context

Recommended Next Steps

  1. Review the payer's specific policy referenced by this code
  2. Contact the payer's provider services line if the reason isn't clear from the remittance

More Denial Codes to Check

CARC CO-110 RARC M5 CARC CO-222 RARC MA131 CARC CO-137 RARC N73 CARC CO-292 CARC CO-179

Educational reference only — not medical or legal advice. Always confirm code usage and appeal rights with the specific payer.

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