N185Remark Code (RARC)ActiveInformational Alert
N185 Remark Code - Do Not Resubmit Claim Alert
The N185 remark code serves as an alert indicating that the claim or service should not be resubmitted. This means the payer has processed the claim and there is no further action required from the provider regarding this submission.
What This Alert Tells You
As an informational alert, N185 does not accompany adjustments or reason codes that signal a denial or payment issue. Instead, it simply informs the provider that resubmission is unnecessary and may be counterproductive.
Common Scenarios
1A provider submits a claim for a routine office visit and receives the N185 remark code on the remittance advice.
→ In this case, the N185 alert indicates that the payer has processed the claim and the provider should not attempt to resubmit it, as it is not needed.
2A facility bills for a procedure and sees the N185 remark on the ERA, indicating payment was made previously.
→ The N185 alert informs the facility that no further action is required, as the claim has already been addressed by the payer.
3A claim for a diagnostic test is returned with the N185 remark after an initial review.
→ The N185 alert indicates that the payer does not require the claim to be resubmitted, even if the provider believes there may be an error.
What to Do
- Do not resubmit the claim/service as instructed by the alert.
What to Check
- Review the remittance advice to confirm the claim has been processed.
- Check the claim status to ensure it is not pending or denied for another reason.
- Examine any accompanying codes or comments for additional context, though none may be specifically tied to this alert.