N136Remark Code (RARC)ActiveInformational Alert
N136 Remark Code - Appeal Process Information
The N136 remark code serves as an informational alert regarding the appeal process for claims in Arizona. It directs billers to contact the Department's Consumer Assistance Office for guidance on filing an appeal.
What This Alert Tells You
The N136 alert is not associated with any specific adjustment or denial; it simply provides information relevant to the claims process in Arizona. Billers should view this remark as a resource rather than an indication of a claim issue.
Common Scenarios
1A provider receives an 835 remittance advice that includes the N136 remark after submitting a claim for a denied service in Arizona.
→ The presence of the N136 remark indicates that the provider can seek information on how to appeal the denial by calling the provided phone numbers.
2A medical billing office sees the N136 remark on multiple claims after a recent adjudication cycle for services rendered to Arizona patients.
→ This alert signals that any providers needing to appeal decisions should utilize the contact information provided in the remark.
3An office staff member encounters the N136 remark while reviewing remittance advices for various claims submitted in Arizona.
→ The remark informs them of the correct contact points for appeal processes, emphasizing that this is a procedural note rather than a claim rejection.
What to Do
- Do not take any corrective action on the claim itself based on this remark.
- If an appeal is necessary, contact the Department's Consumer Assistance Office at the provided numbers for guidance.
What to Check
- Verify the claim details to understand the context of the N136 remark.
- Check if there are any accompanying reason codes that may provide further context to the claim status.
- Review any previous communications regarding the appeal process for Arizona claims, if applicable.