RARCN54ReferenceCurrentVerified Aug 15, 2026RARC N54
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Commonly paired CARCs
CARCs this remark commonly accompanies on the ERA/EOB, per the AR Guide pairing data.
CARC15The authorization number is missing, invalid, or does not apply to the billed services or provider.CARC197Precertification/authorization/notification/pre-treatment absent.CARC210Payment adjusted because pre-certification/authorization not received in a timely fashionCARC243Services not authorized by network/primary care providers.CARC288Referral absent
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