Reason Code B20 | Remark Codes M115 N211
	
	
		
	
		
			| Code | 
			Description | 
		
	
	
		
			| Reason Code: 20 | 
			Procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider. | 
		
		
			| Remark Code: M115, N211 | 
			This item is denied when provided to this patient by a non-contract or non-demonstration supplier. | 
		
	
 
Common Reasons for Denial
	- Beneficiary resides in a Competitive bid area and items are being furnished by a non-contract supplier
 
Next Step
	- May not appeal this decision
 
	- Beneficiary resides in a Competitive Bid area and must contact a Competitive Bid supplier for item
 
How to Avoid Future Denials
	 
    	
	
		Last Updated Jun 06 , 2025