N746Remark Code (RARC)Active
N746 Remark Code - Incomplete/Invalid Ambulance Report
The N746 remark code indicates that the ambulance report submitted with the claim is either incomplete or invalid. This remark supplements a claim adjustment reason code, providing further clarification on the issue identified by the payer regarding the ambulance service documentation.
How It Relates to the Denial
Typically, N746 accompanies adjustment reason codes related to ambulance services. When seen together, it signals that the payer has identified a problem with the documentation that needs to be addressed to resolve the claim issue.
Common Scenarios
1A claim for ambulance transport services was submitted, and the remittance response included a claim adjustment reason code indicating a denial due to insufficient documentation.
→ The N746 remark code reinforces the denial by specifying that the ambulance report was incomplete or invalid, highlighting the need for proper documentation.
2A provider billed for a non-emergency ambulance transport, but the remittance advised that the claim was denied, citing an adjustment reason code for lack of supporting documents.
→ In this case, the N746 remark code suggests that the accompanying ambulance report did not meet the necessary requirements, prompting the payer's denial.
3A claim for an emergency ambulance service was denied, and the remittance included a reason code for insufficient medical necessity documentation, along with the N746 remark code.
→ Here, the N746 indicates that the ambulance report itself was found to be flawed or incomplete, which contributed to the denial related to medical necessity.
What to Do
- Review the ambulance report submitted with the claim to identify any missing or invalid information.
- Ensure that all required documentation for ambulance services is complete and meets payer standards before resubmitting the claim.
- If necessary, obtain additional documentation that clarifies or supports the ambulance service provided.
What to Check
- The ambulance report for completeness and validity against payer requirements.
- The claim submission details to verify what was originally sent to the payer.
- The specific claim adjustment reason code that accompanies the N746 remark to understand the overall denial context.