CARC 192: Non-standard adjustment code from paper remittance.
Non-standard adjustment code from paper remittance.
CARC 192 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 192 means
The official X12 description is: “Non-standard adjustment code from paper remittance.”
In plain language: Non-standard adjustment code from paper remittance.
What to do next 192
Verify the EOB details. If you believe the code is misapplied, contact the carrier's member services or your provider's billing office.
CARC 192 group codes explained
On the 835 ERA, CARC 192 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 192 mean?
Non-standard adjustment code from paper remittance. In plain language: Non-standard adjustment code from paper remittance.
Is CARC 192 appealable?
CARC 192 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 192 appear under?
CARC 192 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 192 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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