Denial Code 222 (CO-222, PR-222) — Meaning & What to Do
Claim Adjustment Reason Code (CARC)
What denial code 222 means: This exceeds the contracted maximum number of hours/days/units.
What to do about denial code 222: Ask the provider's billing office to explain or correct this, and resubmit if needed.
CO-222 vs PR-222 vs OA-222: what the prefix means
| Code on your EOB | What the prefix means | Who typically pays |
|---|---|---|
| CO-222 | Contractual obligation — the provider writes the amount off | Usually not the patient |
| PR-222 | Patient responsibility | The patient |
| OA-222 | Other adjustment | Often another payer or plan |
The prefix tells you who is expected to absorb the amount; the number (222) tells you why.
Related codes
CARC 201This amount is the patient's responsibility under a workers' comp rule.
CARC 223A mandated federal/state adjustment was applied.
CARC 200Expenses were incurred during a lapse in coverage.
CARC 225A penalty was applied for not using electronic funds transfer.
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Frequently asked questions about Denial code 222
What does denial code 222 mean on my EOB?
This exceeds the contracted maximum number of hours/days/units.
What should I do about denial code 222?
Ask the provider's billing office to explain or correct this, and resubmit if needed.
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