N400Remark Code (RARC)ActiveInformational Alert
N400 Remark Code - Submission Alert for Providers
The N400 remark code serves as an alert indicating that providers who are electronically enabled should submit claims electronically. This reminder emphasizes the importance of utilizing electronic claims submission methods to streamline processing and reduce errors.
What This Alert Tells You
The N400 alert is informational and does not accompany any specific adjustment or denial. It is intended for providers to encourage adherence to electronic claim submission protocols.
Common Scenarios
1A provider receives an 835 remittance advice and sees the N400 code after submitting a claim via paper format.
→ The presence of the N400 alert suggests that the payer expects electronically enabled providers to submit claims electronically, indicating a preference for digital submissions.
2A billing office notices the N400 alert on multiple claims that were submitted via fax or paper.
→ This alert reiterates the payer's policy encouraging all electronically enabled providers to transition to electronic claim submissions for efficiency.
3A provider is reviewing their remittance advice and finds the N400 remark after a recent claim submission.
→ The N400 alert indicates that the payer is reminding the provider of their capability and expectation to submit claims electronically, not indicating any issue with the claim itself.
What to Do
- Do not resubmit any claims based solely on this alert.
- Ensure that your practice is set up for electronic claim submissions if you are electronically enabled.
What to Check
- Verify your practice's electronic submission capabilities.
- Review the payer's policy on claim submission methods.
- Check for any updates regarding submission requirements from the payer.