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CO-24 - Denial Journal
CARC CO — Contractual Obligation

CO-24

Charges covered under a capitation agreement/managed care plan

What This Code Means

The service is included in a capitated payment arrangement, so no additional fee-for-service payment applies.

Common Causes

  • Patient is enrolled under a capitation arrangement with this provider/group
  • Service billed fee-for-service in error

How to Resolve or Appeal

  1. Confirm the capitation agreement covers this service
  2. Do not bill the patient beyond any applicable cost-share

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

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