CARC245ReferenceCurrentVerified Aug 15, 2026CARC 245
AR Guide explanation
What it means
A provider performance program withhold was applied.
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Common denial category
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Common causes
- Quality/performance program withhold per contract
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What AR should verify
- Review the performance program terms in the contract
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Recommended action
- Reconcile the withhold against the program terms
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.