Denial Code 136 (CO-136, PR-136) — Meaning & What to Do
Claim Adjustment Reason Code (CARC)
What denial code 136 means: The claim failed a required 'present on admission' indicator check.
What to do about denial code 136: Ask the provider's billing office to explain or correct this, and resubmit if needed.
CO-136 vs PR-136 vs OA-136: what the prefix means
| Code on your EOB | What the prefix means | Who typically pays |
|---|---|---|
| CO-136 | Contractual obligation — the provider writes the amount off | Usually not the patient |
| PR-136 | Patient responsibility | The patient |
| OA-136 | Other adjustment | Often another payer or plan |
The prefix tells you who is expected to absorb the amount; the number (136) tells you why.
Related codes
CARC 133The service is still under review (not final).
CARC 137A regulatory penalty or fee was applied.
CARC 132A prearranged demonstration-project adjustment was applied.
CARC 139Contracted funding limits for this service have been reached.
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Frequently asked questions about Denial code 136
What does denial code 136 mean on my EOB?
The claim failed a required 'present on admission' indicator check.
What should I do about denial code 136?
Ask the provider's billing office to explain or correct this, and resubmit if needed.
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