CARC Code

CO-96 — Non-Covered Charges

CO-96 means the service is not covered under the member's plan. Check whether any ACA essential health benefit or MHPAEA parity requirement overrides the exclusion — non-covered behavioral health services may still be required if the plan covers analogous medical services. Review the Summary of Benefits and Coverage before accepting this denial at face value.

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