Healthcare Error Code
Healthcare Insurance / Medical Billing
Common Medicaid / Commercial
CO-141 | Claim adjusted by payer
Industry
Healthcare
Canonical
/healthcare/error-codes/co-141/
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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- CO-61 CodeProcedure not covered for age
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