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MA78 - Denial Journal
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MA78

What This Code Means

The patient overpaid you. The provider must issue a refund within 30 days for the difference. This code was deactivated by X12 (as of 01/31/2004). See: MA59.

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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