Denial Code 200 (CO-200, PR-200) — Meaning & What to Do
Claim Adjustment Reason Code (CARC)
What denial code 200 means: Expenses were incurred during a lapse in coverage.
What to do about denial code 200: If coverage was active, ask the insurer to correct it.
CO-200 vs PR-200 vs OA-200: what the prefix means
| Code on your EOB | What the prefix means | Who typically pays |
|---|---|---|
| CO-200 | Contractual obligation — the provider writes the amount off | Usually not the patient |
| PR-200 | Patient responsibility | The patient |
| OA-200 | Other adjustment | Often another payer or plan |
The prefix tells you who is expected to absorb the amount; the number (200) tells you why.
Seeing denial code 200 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 199A revenue code and procedure code don't match.
CARC 201This amount is the patient's responsibility under a workers' comp rule.
CARC 198Pre-authorization was over the approved limit or number of visits.
CARC 222This exceeds the contracted maximum number of hours/days/units.
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Frequently asked questions about Denial code 200
What does denial code 200 mean on my EOB?
Expenses were incurred during a lapse in coverage.
What should I do about denial code 200?
If coverage was active, ask the insurer to correct it.
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