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CO-168 - Denial Journal
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CO-168

What This Code Means

Service(s) have been considered under the patient’s medical plan. Benefits are not available under this dental plan. This code was deactivated by X12 (as of 05/01/2018).

How to Resolve or Appeal

  1. This is a historical/deactivated code — no longer used on current claims. If seen on an old remittance, refer to the replacement code noted above where available.

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

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