Expenses incurred after coverage terminated
What Does CARC 27 Mean?
CARC 27 — "Expenses incurred after coverage terminated" — is a Claim Adjustment Reason Code used by payers to indicate why a claim or service line was adjusted. This code falls under the Eligibility category.
Is CARC 27 Appealable?
Yes, CARC 27 is appealable. With proper documentation and a well-crafted appeal, this denial code has an estimated win rate of approximately 20.00%. While the win rate is moderate, strong clinical documentation can significantly improve your chances.
Appeal Letter Template
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March 26, 2026
[Payer Name]
[Payer Address]
Dear Claims Review Department,
I am writing to formally appeal the denial of the above-referenced claim, denied with CARC 27: "Expenses incurred after coverage terminated".
Enclosed please find supporting documentation for your review. We respectfully request reconsideration and payment of $[Denied Amount].
Sincerely,
[Provider Name]
[NPI] | [Phone]
[Practice/Organization Name]
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