Denial Code 107 (CO-107, PR-107) — Meaning & What to Do
Claim Adjustment Reason Code (CARC)
What denial code 107 means: A related service or claim is required but wasn't found.
What to do about denial code 107: Ask the provider's billing office to explain or correct this, and resubmit if needed.
CO-107 vs PR-107 vs OA-107: what the prefix means
| Code on your EOB | What the prefix means | Who typically pays |
|---|---|---|
| CO-107 | Contractual obligation — the provider writes the amount off | Usually not the patient |
| PR-107 | Patient responsibility | The patient |
| OA-107 | Other adjustment | Often another payer or plan |
The prefix tells you who is expected to absorb the amount; the number (107) tells you why.
Seeing denial code 107 on your EOB?
A denial code tells you what the payer reported, but it may not tell the whole story. Reviewing your EOB and bill together can help clarify what may need attention.
Related codes
CARC 104A managed-care withholding was applied to the payment.
CARC 108Adjusted under a rental/purchase rule for equipment.
CARC 102A major medical adjustment was applied.
CARC 110The billing date comes before the service date.
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Frequently asked questions about Denial code 107
What does denial code 107 mean on my EOB?
A related service or claim is required but wasn't found.
What should I do about denial code 107?
Ask the provider's billing office to explain or correct this, and resubmit if needed.
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