Tips to prevent reject reason code 34538
Read this article for tips on how to prevent reject reason code 34538.
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Current processing issues for Part A and Part B
This table displays Part A and Part B processing issues that are being worked currently or have been resolved recently.
Returned or rejected as unprocessable claims affect timely filing
A claim must be submitted to Medicare no later than one year after the date of service to be considered filed timely. Claims...
Use of JW and JZ Modifiers when Billing for Separately Payable Incident-to Supplies
Effective January 1, 2026, the application of the JW and JZ modifiers has changed for certain skin substitutes per the calendar...
Avoiding hospice claim rejects
Providers billing Medicare should determine if a patient is enrolled in hospice before billing Medicare Part A. This article has...
Tips to prevent reject reason code C7010
Read this article for tips on how to prevent reject reason code C7010.
Tips to prevent claim adjustment reason code (CARC) CO 97
There are a few scenarios that exist for denial reason code CO 97, as outlined below. Please review the associated remittance...
Tips to prevent reject reason code U5233
Read this article for tips on how to prevent reject reason code U5233.
Tips to prevent claim adjustment reason code (CARC) CO 22
This care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. This denial was received because Medicare records...