Escitalopram is in a class of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by increasing the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance.
Entity â An entity is a health plan, health care clearinghouse or health care provider who transmits health information in electronic form in connection with a HIPAA transaction. Transaction - Transactions are those actions that must be compliant with HIPAA.
CO 253 - Medicare EOB sequestration payment reduction code. New Claim Adjustment Reason Code (CARC) to Identify a Reduction in Payment Due to Sequestration. This article is based on CR 8378 which informs Medicare contractors about a new Claim Adjustment Reason Code (CARC) reported when payments are reduced due to Sequestration. Make sure that your billing staffs are aware of these changes.