Alternative Services Available - JE Part B
Alternative Services Available
CARC/RARC | Description |
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PR-B8 | Alternative services were available, and should have been utilized. |
Common Reasons for Message
- Medical documentation is lacking medical necessity
Next Step
- Verify medical documentation for the following:
- Service is appropriate to bill
- Date of Service
- Contains Signature
- Include vital signs
- Reason for ambulance transport (explain medical necessity)
- Verify if a modifier is required
- Submit an Appeal request - Items or services with this message have appeal rights
- Submit documentation with Redetermination request. View Medical Documentation Requirements
Claim Submission Tips
- Bill with appropriate modifiers
- Allow 30 days from first claim submission before resubmitting
- Check claim status via Interactive Voice Response (IVR) or the Noridian Medicare Portal