Healthcare Error Code
Healthcare Insurance / Medical Billing
Claim Adjustment Reason Codes (CARC)
CO-62 | Not covered for place of service
Industry
Healthcare
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Last Updated
Feb 25, 2026
Summary
This code indicates that the procedure is not covered when performed in the reported place of service.
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What This Code Means
CO-62 is used when a payer restricts coverage based on where the service was provided. Place of service affects reimbursement eligibility. This is a policy enforcement decision rather than a billing format issue. The service may be covered in a different setting under the same plan.
Where Users Usually See This Code
- Remittance advice
- Claim adjudication reports
- EOB explanations
Why This Code Appears
- Service performed in a non-covered setting
- Place of service restrictions enforced
- Payer location-based coverage rules
What Typically Happens Next
- Payment is denied
- Claim processing completes
- Responsibility assigned per policy
What This Code Is Not
- It is not a missing information error
- It is not a duplicate claim
- It is not a contractual adjustment
Troubleshooting Checklist
- □ Review place of service coverage rules
- □ Confirm service location details
- □ Monitor payer policy updates
Notes And Edge Cases
Coverage rules may differ between outpatient, inpatient, and facility settings. Payer interpretations may change over time.
Related Codes
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- CO-61 CodeProcedure not covered for age
- CO-21 CodeMissing/invalid place of service
- CO-200 CodeNon-covered service
- CO-54 CodeMultiple physicians not allowed
- CO-22 CodeCare may be covered by another payer
- CO-26 CodeExpenses incurred before coverage
- CO-27 CodeCoverage terminated
- CO-97 CodeBenefit not covered
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