RARC M51 Active Supplemental

RARC M51: Missing or Invalid Procedure Code

What This Means

The procedure code (CPT or HCPCS) on the claim is missing, incomplete, or invalid, preventing the payer from processing it. Verify the procedure code against the current code set to ensure it is valid and correctly entered. Correct any errors and resubmit the claim.

Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always verify against your payer contracts and current coding guidelines.

Commonly Paired With

RARC M51 commonly appears alongside these CARC denial codes:

Code Name
CO-16 Missing Information or Billing Error →
CO-110 Billing Date Predates Service Date →

Sources

  1. X12.org