Healthcare Error Code
Healthcare Insurance / Medical Billing
Remittance Advice Remark Codes (RARC)
N240 | Incomplete claim
Industry
Healthcare
Canonical
/healthcare/error-codes/n240/
Last Updated
Feb 25, 2026
Summary
This code indicates that the claim was incomplete and could not be fully processed.
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What This Code Means
N240 is used when required claim elements are missing or incomplete. Payers cannot adjudicate incomplete claims. This is an administrative issue rather than a coverage determination. Once completed, the claim may be eligible for reprocessing.
Where Users Usually See This Code
- Remittance advice remarks
- Claim rejection notices
- Claim processing summaries
Why This Code Appears
- Missing claim data elements
- Incomplete service or provider information
- Submission errors
What Typically Happens Next
- Claim processing stops
- Reprocessing may be required
- Payment is delayed
What This Code Is Not
- It is not a coverage denial
- It is not patient responsibility
- It is not a contractual adjustment
Troubleshooting Checklist
- □ Review claim completeness
- □ Verify required fields
- □ Monitor resubmission rules
Notes And Edge Cases
Completeness standards vary by payer. Electronic claims reduce but do not eliminate incomplete submissions.
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