CARC 268CO · Contractual Obligation
This claim covers a service period that crosses from one calendar year into the next.
- Common causes
- An extended stay or ongoing service period started in one year and continued into the next.
- Suggested fix
- Confirm whether the payer requires splitting the claim by calendar year; resubmit accordingly if needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does CARC 268 mean?
This claim covers a service period that crosses from one calendar year into the next.
How do I resolve CARC 268?
Confirm whether the payer requires splitting the claim by calendar year; resubmit accordingly if needed.
Why does CARC 268 happen?
An extended stay or ongoing service period started in one year and continued into the next.
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