CARC Code
P18
Comparable Service Allowed - P&C Only
The procedure you billed is not in the workers' compensation or auto insurance fee schedule, so the payer paid for a similar procedure that is listed instead. This code only applies to property and casualty insurance claims.
contractualHow to resolve this denial
▶✓ Pre-action checklist — verify before contacting the payer
Review the full remittance advice (ERA/EOB) for additional RARC codes that explain the denial.
Verify the claim was submitted with correct patient eligibility and benefit information.
Check if this denial applies to a specific line item or the entire claim.
▶More about CO-P18 — stats, related codes, appeal template
0%
Recovery Rate
7-14 days
Avg. Resolution
Medium
Difficulty
Rare
Frequency
Payer-Specific Notes
How major payers handle CARC P18 by specialty.
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