N307Remark Code (RARC)Active
N307 Remark Code - Missing Payment Date Explanation
The N307 remark code indicates that there is a missing, incomplete, or invalid adjudication or payment date associated with the claim. This remark supplements the information provided by the accompanying reason code, clarifying that the issue relates specifically to the claim's adjudication or payment date.
How It Relates to the Denial
The N307 remark code typically accompanies reason codes that signal adjustments due to payment processing issues. This combination suggests that the claim could not be fully processed due to missing or incorrect date information.
Common Scenarios
1A claim for a surgical procedure was submitted, and the remittance advice returned with a denial for payment due to an adjustment reason code indicating insufficient documentation. The N307 remark code appears alongside it.
→ In this case, the N307 remark is pointing out that the claim cannot be processed because the adjudication or payment date is either missing or not valid. The payer expects clarification or correction regarding the date.
2A provider billed for a routine office visit, but the remittance shows a partial payment with a reason code indicating that the claim was not fully adjudicated. The N307 remark code is included in the remittance advice.
→ Here, the N307 indicates that the issue stems from an invalid or incomplete adjudication date, which is necessary for the payment process to be completed. The payer is signaling that this date needs to be reviewed or corrected.
3A claim for diagnostic tests was submitted, and the remittance returned an adjustment with a reason code related to payment discrepancies. The N307 remark code was included, indicating further issues with the processing dates.
→ The N307 remark suggests that the claim's processing is hindered by an invalid or missing adjudication date, which the payer requires to resolve the payment discrepancy.
What to Do
- Verify the adjudication or payment date recorded on the claim submission.
- If the date is missing, add the correct adjudication or payment date and resubmit the claim.
- For invalid dates, ensure the date follows the appropriate format and is accurate before resubmission.
What to Check
- Review the claim submission for the adjudication or payment date field.
- Check the payer's guidelines for acceptable date formats.
- Examine any prior communications regarding the claim for additional context on the date issue.