CARC 144: Incentive adjustment, e.g. preferred product/service.
Incentive adjustment, e.g. preferred product/service.
CARC 144 is the code your insurance company used to explain why your claim was reduced, denied, or paid less than expected. It appears on your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) — the statement your plan sends after a claim is processed. Here's what it means for you and what you can do about it.
What CARC 144 means
The official X12 description is: “Incentive adjustment, e.g. preferred product/service.”
In plain language: Incentive adjustment, e.g. preferred product/service.
What to do next 144
Verify the EOB details. If you believe the code is misapplied, contact the carrier's member services or your provider's billing office.
CARC 144 group codes explained
On the 835 ERA, CARC 144 appears alongside a group code that signals who is financially responsible for the adjustment. OA (Other Adjustment) — Informational or coordination-related adjustment. Usually means another payer is involved or there's a non-claim-related accounting entry.
Frequently asked questions
What does CARC 144 mean?
Incentive adjustment, e.g. preferred product/service. In plain language: Incentive adjustment, e.g. preferred product/service.
Is CARC 144 appealable?
CARC 144 is usually not appealable on its own — it's typically a contractual, informational, or routine adjustment. Verify the EOB details. If you believe the code is misapplied, contact the carrier's member services or your provider's billing office.
Which group code does CARC 144 appear under?
CARC 144 most often appears under: OA (Other Adjustment) — Informational or coordination-related adjustment. Usually means another payer is involved or there's a non-claim-related accounting entry.
What should I do if I see CARC 144 on the 835?
Verify the EOB details. If you believe the code is misapplied, contact the carrier's member services or your provider's billing office.
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