Remark Code N418 on Your EOB — Meaning & What to Do
Remittance Advice Remark Code (RARC)
What remark code N418 means: The claim was sent to the wrong payer or contractor.
What to do about remark code N418: Confirm the correct insurer was billed.
Remark codes add detail to a claim decision. They appear alongside the main adjustment codes on your Explanation of Benefits or remittance notice, giving the specific reason behind remark code N418.
Seeing remark code N418 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
RARC N386The decision was based on a national coverage policy (NCD).
RARC N435This exceeds the outpatient limit for a benefit period.
RARC N381There's a contract-specific reason for this adjustment.
RARC N448This drug or service isn't on the plan's approved list (formulary).
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Frequently asked questions about Remark code N418
What does remark code N418 mean on my EOB?
The claim was sent to the wrong payer or contractor.
What should I do about remark code N418?
Confirm the correct insurer was billed.
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