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RARC

MA98

RARC General
Quick Facts
Code
MA98
Type
RARC
Category
General
Status
Deactivated (historical)

What Does This Code Mean?

Claim Rejected. Does not contain the correct Medicare Managed Care Demonstration contract number. This code was deactivated by X12 (as of 10/16/2003). See: MA97.

Recommended Next Steps

  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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