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CARC 257

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Reference

Reference details

Code: 257
X12 status: Active
Effective: Nov 1, 2013
Last modified: Jun 1, 2014

Reference

Reference description

The disposition of the claim/service is undetermined during the premium payment grace period, per Health Insurance Exchange requirements. This claim/service will be reversed and corrected when the grace period ends (due to premium payment or lack of premium payment). (Use only with Group Code OA)

External reference text from ASC X12. AR Guide does not alter official descriptions.

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Source: ASC X12 Claim Adjustment Reason Codes
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Last checked: Aug 15, 2026
Status: Verified

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