CARC212ReferenceCurrentVerified Aug 15, 2026CARC 212
AR Guide explanation
What it means
Administrative surcharges are not covered.
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Common denial category
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Common causes
- Administrative fees added to the claim
- Surcharges not covered by the plan
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What AR should verify
- Review what surcharges were included
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Recommended action
- Remove non-covered surcharges and resubmit
About this guidance: Note
AR Guide knowledge is general reference content written by our team — it is not payer-specific policy and never replaces the payer’s documentation or your contract. Always confirm specifics with the payer.