N848Remark Code (RARC)Active
N848 Remark Code - NDC Not Associated with Product
The N848 remark code indicates that the National Drug Code (NDC) billed cannot be associated with a product. This suggests that the NDC does not correspond to a recognized medication or product in the payer's database, leading to a denial or adjustment of the claim.
How It Relates to the Denial
The N848 remark code typically accompanies a claim adjustment reason code that indicates a denial or reduction in payment due to issues with the NDC. The combination signals that while there may be a payment adjustment, further clarification regarding the NDC is necessary for processing.
Common Scenarios
1A pharmacy submits a claim for a medication using a specific NDC, but the remittance comes back with a reason code indicating a payment denial for the drug.
→ The N848 remark code is pointing out that the NDC billed is not associated with any valid product, which is why the claim was denied.
2A provider bills for a chemotherapy drug using its NDC, and the remittance shows an adjustment due to the NDC not being recognized.
→ The N848 remark code indicates that the specific NDC does not match any products in the payer's system, necessitating a review or correction of the billed code.
3A hospital submits a claim for an injectable medication, but receives a remittance indicating a payment adjustment with N848 noted.
→ The N848 remark code informs the biller that the NDC provided cannot be linked to an existing product, which is essential to resolve the payment issue.
What to Do
- Verify the NDC billed on the claim against the payer's accepted NDC list.
- Ensure that the correct NDC is being used for the specific product dispensed or administered.
- If the NDC is correct, consider contacting the payer for clarification on their database.
What to Check
- The NDC listed on the claim submission.
- The payer's NDC reference database or list of approved products.
- The claim adjustment reason code accompanying this remark for additional context.