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CO-P19 - Denial Journal
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CO-P19

What This Code Means

Procedure has a relative value of zero in the jurisdiction fee schedule, therefore no payment is due. To be used for Property and Casualty only.

Common Causes

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

How to Resolve or Appeal

  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

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

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