RARC N46Supplemental
The claim was missing the patient's admission hour.
This code supplements the claim adjustment reason (CARC) code it accompanies with more detail about why the adjustment was made.
Related Supplemental codes
M1There isn't a current enough X-ray on file to support this service, based on the payer's timing requirements.M119The claim was missing a valid National Drug Code.M123The claim was missing the drug's strength or dosage information.M124The claim was missing information about whether the patient owns or is renting the equipment billed.M125The claim was missing the expected duration for this service or supply.M126The claim was missing individual, itemized lab test codes rather than a panel code.M127The claim was missing supporting medical record documentation.M129The claim was missing an indicator of whether X-rays are available for review.
Frequently asked questions
What does RARC N46 mean?
The claim was missing the patient's admission hour.
Is RARC N46 a supplemental or alert code?
N46 is a Supplemental code — it adds detail to the claim adjustment reason (CARC) code it accompanies.
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