RARCM78ReferenceHistorical / DeactivatedVerified Aug 15, 2026

RARC M78

Historical / Deactivated code: Heads up

RARC M78 is no longer valid for current transactions. It may still appear on older remittance advices — treat it as reference for historical documents only.

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Reference

Commonly paired CARCs

CARCs this remark commonly accompanies on the ERA/EOB, per the AR Guide pairing data.

  • CARC4The 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.
  • CARC236This procedure or procedure/modifier combination is not compatible with another procedure or procedure/modifier combination provided on the same day according to the National Correct Coding Initiative or workers compensation state regulations/ fee schedule requirements.

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