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RARC
N36
RARC
Coordination of Benefits
Quick Facts
Code
N36
Type
RARC
Category
Coordination of Benefits
Status
Active
What Does This Code Mean?
Claim must meet primary payer’s processing requirements before we can consider payment.
Common Causes
- Another payer is primary and wasn't billed first
- COB information on file with the payer is outdated
- Primary payer's EOB not included with the secondary claim
Recommended Next Steps
- Confirm the correct primary/secondary order with the patient and payer
- Bill the primary payer first if not already done
- Attach the primary payer's EOB/835 information when billing secondary
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