Denial Code 132 (CO-132, PR-132) — Meaning & What to Do
Claim Adjustment Reason Code (CARC)
What denial code 132 means: A prearranged demonstration-project adjustment was applied.
What to do about denial code 132: Ask the provider's billing office to explain or correct this, and resubmit if needed.
CO-132 vs PR-132 vs OA-132: what the prefix means
| Code on your EOB | What the prefix means | Who typically pays |
|---|---|---|
| CO-132 | Contractual obligation — the provider writes the amount off | Usually not the patient |
| PR-132 | Patient responsibility | The patient |
| OA-132 | Other adjustment | Often another payer or plan |
The prefix tells you who is expected to absorb the amount; the number (132) tells you why.
Related codes
CARC 131A negotiated or contractual discount was applied.
CARC 133The service is still under review (not final).
CARC 130A claim submission fee was applied.
CARC 136The claim failed a required 'present on admission' indicator check.
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Frequently asked questions about Denial code 132
What does denial code 132 mean on my EOB?
A prearranged demonstration-project adjustment was applied.
What should I do about denial code 132?
Ask the provider's billing office to explain or correct this, and resubmit if needed.
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