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CO-163 - Denial Journal
CARC CO — Contractual Obligation

CO-163

Attachment/other documentation referenced on the claim was not received

What This Code Means

The claim referenced supporting documentation (e.g. operative notes) that the payer never received.

Common Causes

  • Attachment not actually transmitted with the claim
  • Fax/upload to the payer's system failed silently

How to Resolve or Appeal

  1. Confirm what documentation the payer expects
  2. Resend the attachment through the payer's preferred method and track confirmation of receipt

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

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