RARC Code

N281

Remark CodeClaim Level

You are not an authorized/eligible Medicare or Medicaid provider.

What This Means

RARC codes (Remittance Advice Remark Codes) are supplementary explanations added to an EOB alongside a CARC denial code. RARC N281 is a Claim Level-level remark. It does not stand alone — look for the associated CARC code on the same claim line to understand the primary reason for denial or adjustment.

Commonly Paired With

RARC N281 most frequently appears alongside these CARC codes. Click through for the full resolution playbook.

Common 835 Combinations

RARC N281 most frequently appears in these combinations on 835 remittances.

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