Healthcare Error Code
Healthcare Insurance / Medical Billing
Common Medicaid / Commercial

CO-141 | Claim adjusted by payer

Industry
Healthcare
Canonical
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Last Updated
Feb 25, 2026
Summary

This code indicates that the payer adjusted the claim according to internal rules or policies.

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What This Code Means

CO-141 is a general adjustment code indicating payer-applied changes. It does not specify the exact reason for adjustment. The code supports other detailed adjustment or remark codes. It does not imply an error or denial by itself.

Where Users Usually See This Code

  • Remittance advice
  • Claim adjustment notices
  • EOB summaries

Why This Code Appears

  • Internal payer adjustments applied
  • Coordination or contractual rules enforced
  • Payment calculations modified

What Typically Happens Next

  • Adjusted payment is finalized
  • Claim processing completes
  • Balances are updated

What This Code Is Not

  • It is not a coverage denial
  • It is not patient responsibility
  • It is not a billing error

Troubleshooting Checklist

  • Review adjustment details
  • Confirm payer rules applied
  • Monitor payment summaries

Notes And Edge Cases

Multiple adjustments may apply to a single claim. Detailed reasons are often listed separately.

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