CARC94ReferenceCurrentVerified Aug 15, 2026CARC 94
AR Guide explanation
What it means
The claim was processed in excess of the charges billed.
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Common denial category
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Common causes
- Payer allowed more than billed
- Payment miscalculation
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What AR should verify
- Compare the allowed amount to the billed charge
- Confirm no duplicate payment was issued
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Recommended action
- Report the overpayment and coordinate the refund per payer requirements
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.