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CARC
CO-281
CARC
CO — Contractual Obligation
General
Quick Facts
Code
CO-281
Type
CARC
Category
General
Status
Active
What Does This Code Mean?
Deductible waived per contractual agreement.
Common Causes
- Payer-specific processing rule or historical/administrative code
- May require payer contact for full context
Recommended Next Steps
- Review the payer's specific policy referenced by this code
- Contact the payer's provider services line if the reason isn't clear from the remittance
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