Healthcare Error Code
Healthcare Insurance / Medical Billing
Eligibility & Coverage (270/271)

AAA-75 | Subscriber not found

Industry
Healthcare
Canonical
/healthcare/error-codes/aaa-75/
Last Updated
Feb 25, 2026
Summary

This code indicates that the subscriber information provided could not be located in the payer’s eligibility system.

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What This Code Means

AAA-75 is returned when the subscriber record cannot be matched during an eligibility inquiry. The subscriber is typically the policyholder under whose coverage the patient is enrolled. This response occurs before eligibility determination and reflects a data identification issue. It does not indicate that coverage is inactive or terminated. The system cannot proceed without locating the subscriber record.

Where Users Usually See This Code

  • 271 eligibility response transactions
  • Eligibility verification tools
  • Clearinghouse eligibility reports

Why This Code Appears

  • Subscriber identifiers do not match payer records
  • Incorrect policy or group information submitted
  • Enrollment data not yet updated

What Typically Happens Next

  • Eligibility details are not returned
  • The inquiry remains unresolved
  • A new inquiry may be necessary

What This Code Is Not

  • It is not a coverage termination code
  • It is not a claim denial
  • It is not a patient responsibility indicator

Troubleshooting Checklist

  • Confirm subscriber identifiers
  • Review policyholder information
  • Verify enrollment effective dates

Notes And Edge Cases

Subscriber records may change due to employment or plan updates. Timing differences between systems can temporarily affect lookup results.

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