Healthcare Error Code
Healthcare Insurance / Medical Billing
Remittance Advice Remark Codes (RARC)
N94 | Processed in excess of charges
Industry
Healthcare
Canonical
/healthcare/error-codes/n94/
Last Updated
Feb 25, 2026
Summary
This code indicates that the payment calculation exceeded the billed charges.
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What This Code Means
N94 is used when claim processing results in amounts that exceed the billed charges. The payer adjusts the payment to align with actual charges. This remark clarifies why an adjustment occurred. It does not indicate an error by the provider or patient. The final payment reflects correct charge limits.
Where Users Usually See This Code
- Remittance advice remarks
- EOB explanations
- Payment adjustment summaries
Why This Code Appears
- Calculation errors corrected by payer systems
- Coordination of benefits overlaps
- System rounding adjustments
What Typically Happens Next
- Payment is adjusted to match charges
- Claim processing completes
- No further action is required
What This Code Is Not
- It is not a denial
- It is not patient responsibility
- It is not a billing error
Troubleshooting Checklist
- □ Review payment calculations
- □ Confirm billed charge amounts
- □ Monitor remittance details
Notes And Edge Cases
Multiple payers can contribute to excess calculations. Automated safeguards prevent overpayment.
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