Explain the codes in ERA

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Explain the codes in ERA

Did you receive a code from a health plan, such as: PR32? The "PR" is a Claim Adjustment Group Code and the description for "32" is to the left. The Claim Adjustment Group Codes are internal to the X12 standard. These codes generally assign responsibility for the adjustment amounts. The format is always two alpha characters. For convenience, the values and definitions are below:

CO

Contractual Obligation

CR

Corrections and Reversal
Note: This value is not to be used with 005010 and up.

OA

Other Adjustment

PI

Payer Initiated Reductions

PR

Patient Responsibility

Refer to the following links for latest codes for more details:

https://x12.org/codes/claim-adjustment-reason-codes

https://x12.org/index.php/codes/claim-adjustment-group-codes

1

Deductible Amount
Start: 01/01/1995

2

Coinsurance Amount
Start: 01/01/1995

3

Co-payment Amount
Start: 01/01/1995

4

The procedure code is inconsistent with the modifier used. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 03/01/2020

5

The procedure code/type of bill is inconsistent with the place of service. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 03/01/2018

6

The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient's age. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

7

The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient's gender. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

8

The procedure code is inconsistent with the provider type/specialty (taxonomy). Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

9

The diagnosis is inconsistent with the patient's age. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

10

The diagnosis is inconsistent with the patient's gender. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

11

The diagnosis is inconsistent with the procedure. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

12

The diagnosis is inconsistent with the provider type. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

13

The date of death precedes the date of service.
Start: 01/01/1995

14

The date of birth follows the date of service.
Start: 01/01/1995

16

Claim/service lacks information or has submission/billing error(s). Usage: Do not use this code for claims attachment(s)/other documentation. At least one Remark Code must be provided (may be comprised of either the NCPDP Reject Reason Code, or Remittance Advice Remark Code that is not an ALERT.) Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 03/01/2018

18

Exact duplicate claim/service (Use only with Group Code OA except where state workers' compensation regulations requires CO)
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 06/02/2013

19

This is a work-related injury/illness and thus the liability of the Worker's Compensation Carrier.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

20

This injury/illness is covered by the liability carrier.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

21

This injury/illness is the liability of the no-fault carrier.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

22

This care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

23

The impact of prior payer(s) adjudication including payments and/or adjustments. (Use only with Group Code OA)
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2012

24

Charges are covered under a capitation agreement/managed care plan.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

26

Expenses incurred prior to coverage.
Start: 01/01/1995

27

Expenses incurred after coverage terminated.
Start: 01/01/1995

29

The time limit for filing has expired.
Start: 01/01/1995

31

Patient cannot be identified as our insured.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

32

Our records indicate the patient is not an eligible dependent.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 03/01/2018

33

Insured has no dependent coverage.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

34

Insured has no coverage for newborns.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

35

Lifetime benefit maximum has been reached.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 10/31/2002

39

Services denied at the time authorization/pre-certification was requested.
Start: 01/01/1995

40

Charges do not meet qualifications for emergent/urgent care. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

44

Prompt-pay discount.
Start: 01/01/1995

45

Charge exceeds fee schedule/maximum allowable or contracted/legislated fee arrangement. Usage: This adjustment amount cannot equal the total service or claim charge amount; and must not duplicate provider adjustment amounts (payments and contractual reductions) that have resulted from prior payer(s) adjudication. (Use only with Group Codes PR or CO depending upon liability)
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

49

This is a non-covered service because it is a routine/preventive exam or a diagnostic/screening procedure done in conjunction with a routine/preventive exam. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

50

These are non-covered services because this is not deemed a 'medical necessity' by the payer. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

51

These are non-covered services because this is a pre-existing condition. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

53

Services by an immediate relative or a member of the same household are not covered.
Start: 01/01/1995

54

Multiple physicians/assistants are not covered in this case. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

55

Procedure/treatment/drug is deemed experimental/investigational by the payer. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

56

Procedure/treatment has not been deemed 'proven to be effective' by the payer. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

58

Treatment was deemed by the payer to have been rendered in an inappropriate or invalid place of service. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

59

Processed based on multiple or concurrent procedure rules. (For example multiple surgery or diagnostic imaging, concurrent anesthesia.) Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

60

Charges for outpatient services are not covered when performed within a period of time prior to or after inpatient services.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 06/01/2008

61

Adjusted for failure to obtain second surgical opinion
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 03/01/2017
Notes: The description effective date was inadvertently published as 3/1/2016 on 7/1/2016. That has been corrected to 1/1/2017.

66

Blood Deductible.
Start: 01/01/1995

69

Day outlier amount.
Start: 01/01/1995

70

Cost outlier - Adjustment to compensate for additional costs.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 06/30/2001

74

Indirect Medical Education Adjustment.
Start: 01/01/1995

75

Direct Medical Education Adjustment.
Start: 01/01/1995

76

Disproportionate Share Adjustment.
Start: 01/01/1995

78

Non-Covered days/Room charge adjustment.
Start: 01/01/1995

85

Patient Interest Adjustment (Use Only Group code PR)
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/09/2007
Notes: Only use when the payment of interest is the responsibility of the patient.

89

Professional fees removed from charges.
Start: 01/01/1995

90

Ingredient cost adjustment. Usage: To be used for pharmaceuticals only.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

91

Dispensing fee adjustment.
Start: 01/01/1995

94

Processed in Excess of charges.
Start: 01/01/1995

95

Plan procedures not followed.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

96

Non-covered charge(s). At least one Remark Code must be provided (may be comprised of either the NCPDP Reject Reason Code, or Remittance Advice Remark Code that is not an ALERT.) Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

97

The benefit for this service is included in the payment/allowance for another service/procedure that has already been adjudicated. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

100

Payment made to patient/insured/responsible party.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 05/01/2018

101

Predetermination: anticipated payment upon completion of services or claim adjudication.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 02/28/1999

102

Major Medical Adjustment.
Start: 01/01/1995

103

Provider promotional discount (e.g., Senior citizen discount).
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 06/30/2001

104

Managed care withholding.
Start: 01/01/1995

105

Tax withholding.
Start: 01/01/1995

106

Patient payment option/election not in effect.
Start: 01/01/1995

107

The related or qualifying claim/service was not identified on this claim. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

108

Rent/purchase guidelines were not met. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

109

Claim/service not covered by this payer/contractor. You must send the claim/service to the correct payer/contractor.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 01/29/2012

110

Billing date predates service date.
Start: 01/01/1995

111

Not covered unless the provider accepts assignment.
Start: 01/01/1995

112

Service not furnished directly to the patient and/or not documented.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

114

Procedure/product not approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
Start: 01/01/1995

115

Procedure postponed, canceled, or delayed.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

116

The advance indemnification notice signed by the patient did not comply with requirements.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

117

Transportation is only covered to the closest facility that can provide the necessary care.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

118

ESRD network support adjustment.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

119

Benefit maximum for this time period or occurrence has been reached.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 02/29/2004

121

Indemnification adjustment - compensation for outstanding member responsibility.
Start: 01/01/1995 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

122

Psychiatric reduction.
Start: 01/01/1995

128

Newborn's services are covered in the mother's Allowance.
Start: 02/28/1997

129

Prior processing information appears incorrect. At least one Remark Code must be provided (may be comprised of either the NCPDP Reject Reason Code, or Remittance Advice Remark Code that is not an ALERT.)
Start: 02/28/1997 | Last Modified: 01/30/2011

130

Claim submission fee.
Start: 02/28/1997 | Last Modified: 06/30/2001

131

Claim specific negotiated discount.
Start: 02/28/1997

132

Prearranged demonstration project adjustment.
Start: 02/28/1997

133

The disposition of this service line is pending further review. (Use only with Group Code OA). Usage: Use of this code requires a reversal and correction when the service line is finalized (use only in Loop 2110 CAS segment of the 835 or Loop 2430 of the 837).
Start: 07/01/2014 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

134

Technical fees removed from charges.
Start: 10/31/1998

135

Interim bills cannot be processed.
Start: 10/31/1998 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

136

Failure to follow prior payer's coverage rules. (Use only with Group Code OA)
Start: 10/31/1998 | Last Modified: 07/01/2013

137

Regulatory Surcharges, Assessments, Allowances or Health Related Taxes.
Start: 02/28/1999 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

139

Contracted funding agreement - Subscriber is employed by the provider of services. Use only with Group Code CO.
Start: 06/30/1999 | Last Modified: 05/01/2018

140

Patient/Insured health identification number and name do not match.
Start: 06/30/1999

142

Monthly Medicaid patient liability amount.
Start: 06/30/2000 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

143

Portion of payment deferred.
Start: 02/28/2001

144

Incentive adjustment, e.g. preferred product/service.
Start: 06/30/2001

146

Diagnosis was invalid for the date(s) of service reported.
Start: 06/30/2002 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

147

Provider contracted/negotiated rate expired or not on file.
Start: 06/30/2002

148

Information from another provider was not provided or was insufficient/incomplete. At least one Remark Code must be provided (may be comprised of either the NCPDP Reject Reason Code, or Remittance Advice Remark Code that is not an ALERT.)
Start: 06/30/2002 | Last Modified: 09/20/2009

149

Lifetime benefit maximum has been reached for this service/benefit category.
Start: 10/31/2002

150

Payer deems the information submitted does not support this level of service.
Start: 10/31/2002 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

151

Payment adjusted because the payer deems the information submitted does not support this many/frequency of services.
Start: 10/31/2002 | Last Modified: 01/27/2008

152

Payer deems the information submitted does not support this length of service. Usage: Refer to the 835 Healthcare Policy Identification Segment (loop 2110 Service Payment Information REF), if present.
Start: 10/31/2002 | Last Modified: 07/01/2017

153

Payer deems the information submitted does not support this dosage.
Start: 10/31/2002 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

154

Payer deems the information submitted does not support this day's supply.
Start: 10/31/2002 | Last Modified: 09/30/2007

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