CO-150Contractual ObligationDocumentation
CO-150 Denial Code: Level of service not supported
The payer deems the information submitted does not support this level of service.
Why CO-150 happens
- ●E/M level higher than documentation supports
- ●Missing records when payer requested documentation
How to fix a CO-150 denial
- 1
Audit the note against E/M guidelines (MDM/time)
- 2
Appeal with complete documentation, or rebill the supported level
How to prevent it
Regular E/M documentation audits and provider education.
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