N714Remark Code (RARC)Active
N714 Remark Code - Missing Report Explanation
The N714 remark code indicates that a report is missing from the claim submission. This remark supplements an adjustment already noted by the accompanying reason code, clarifying that the lack of a necessary report contributed to the denial or reduction of payment.
How It Relates to the Denial
The N714 remark typically accompanies adjustment reason codes that denote denials or reductions due to missing documentation. The combination signals to the biller that additional documentation is required to support the claim's validity or to justify the billed services.
Common Scenarios
1A claim for a diagnostic imaging service was submitted, but the remittance shows an adjustment indicating payment was denied due to lack of supporting documentation.
→ In this case, the N714 remark code points out that a specific report, such as an imaging report, was not included with the claim submission, leading to the denial.
2A physical therapy claim was submitted, but the payer returned the remittance with a note indicating payment was reduced due to incomplete documentation.
→ Here, the N714 remark suggests that a required report, such as a treatment plan or progress notes, was missing, which the payer expected to be provided for the claim.
3A hospital outpatient claim was denied with a reason code for insufficient documentation, and the remittance included an N714 remark.
→ This indicates that the payer found a report necessary for justifying the services billed was not included, which contributed to the denial.
What to Do
- Obtain the missing report that is referenced by the N714 remark code.
- Resubmit the claim along with the required documentation to support the services billed.
What to Check
- Review the claim submission to identify what reports were included.
- Check the payer's policy for documentation requirements related to the services rendered.
- Verify the adjustment reason code on the remittance for additional context on the denial.