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CARC
CO-139
CARC
CO — Contractual Obligation
Non-Covered
Quick Facts
Code
CO-139
Type
CARC
Category
Non-Covered
Status
Active
Contracted funding agreement — subscriber employed by the provider of services
What Does This Code Mean?
A specific contractual arrangement applies because the patient is employed by the billing provider.
Common Causes
- Employee of the practice/facility receiving services there under a specific employer health plan arrangement
Recommended Next Steps
- Confirm the specific employer/provider contract terms
- Apply the contracted adjustment per the agreement
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